The Snake in My Bed (1995)

In common with many L.A. Rebellion films, Snake touches on such themes as institutionalized racism, colonialism and the plight of women of color. Narrated in the first person by the filmmaker as an epistle to her son, The Snake in My Bed tells Diegu's story as a Nigerian woman in Lagos who is romantically pursed by a German national who has “gone native.” Despite his secretive and duplicitous actions, she eventually agrees to marry him and has his child, only to learn that he is a bigamist with a German wife and child.

Director: Ijeoma Iloputaife
Genre: Documentary
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Editing: Ijeoma Iloputaife
Production: UCLA School of Film and Television, L.A. Rebellion
Country: Germany, Nigeria, United States of America
Language: English, Deutsch, Hausa, Igbo, Èdè Yorùbá
Original Language: en

Keywords

africa, nigeria, ucla

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Snake in My Bed about?
In common with many L.A. Rebellion films, Snake touches on such themes as institutionalized racism, colonialism and the plight of women of color. Narrated in the first person by the filmmaker as an epistle to her son, The Snake in My Bed tells Diegu's story as a Nigerian woman in Lagos who is romantically pursed by a German national who has “gone native.” Despite his secretive and duplicitous actions, she eventually agrees to marry him and has his child, only to learn that he is a bigamist with a German wife and child.
Who directed The Snake in My Bed?
The Snake in My Bed was directed by Ijeoma Iloputaife.
Who stars in The Snake in My Bed?
The Snake in My Bed stars Ozim Ott, Petra Gudrat-Kuckherz, Chinedum JajaNwachuku, Ezekwesili Iloputaife.
What genre is The Snake in My Bed?
The Snake in My Bed is a Documentary film.
Where was The Snake in My Bed produced?
The Snake in My Bed was produced in Germany, Nigeria, United States of America.