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Nairobi Half Life

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An aspiring actor from Kenya dreams of becoming successful in a big city.

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Jim Ross TAKE ONE Magazine 02/13/2020
Putting a distinctly African and Kenyan twist on a well known aspirational tale, the end result is a heartbreaking saga that will cross cultural boundaries with aplomb. Go to Full Review Ard Vijn ScreenAnarchy 01/13/2020
With its two-timing, upbeat protagonist and fast-paced tempo, Nairobi Half Life is a fun adventure to watch. Go to Full Review Nicholas Bell IONCINEMA.com 08/06/2019
While the narrative could certainly use some brushing up, Joseph Wairimu gives a stirring performance as Mwas, and Gitonga is definitely a director of talent and interest. Go to Full Review Brian Gibson Vue Weekly (Edmonton, Alberta) 07/02/2014
Crackles to more than half-life amid the bustle of the big city, with a matter-of-factness about getting by that's almost documentary-like in its relaxed realism. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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04/06/2017 Watched it time and again and I am yet to get bored. So goooood. See more 12/08/2016 Great acting and beautiful storyline. Would love to see this movie go on netflix. See more 05/04/2014 It's just one LIFE that we can LIVE. It's your choice whether to LOOK or to LOOK AWAY. See more 12/28/2013 Pretty good. Takes you through the hassle n bustle of being a young upcoming dude in a young country. The section in Central Police Station was however too graphical. Thumbs up though. See more 09/10/2013 A great crime film with a vibe similar to "City of God", and with beautiful cinematography and editing that you don't see too often in African films. See more 04/12/2013 We think our big cities are rough...I wouldn't last an hour in Nairobi if this portrayal is accurate! See more Read all reviews
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David Gitonga

Director

Joseph Wairimu

Mwas

Olwenya Maina

Oti

Nancy Wanjiku Karanja

Amina

Mugambi Nthiga

Cedric

Paul Ogola

Mose
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Nairobi Half Life

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Movie Info

Synopsis An aspiring actor from Kenya dreams of becoming successful in a big city.
Director
David Gitonga
Producer
Tom Tykwer, Sarika Hemi Lakhani, Ginger Wilson
Screenwriter
Billy Kahora, Potash Charles Matathia, Samuel Munene, Serah Mwihaki
Production Co
One Fine Day Films, Ginger Ink Films
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Swahili
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 7, 2018
Runtime
1h 36m
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