Faya Dayi (2021)
A spiritual journey into the highlands of Harar, immersed in the rituals of khat, a leaf Sufi Muslims chewed for centuries for religious meditations – and Ethiopia’s most lucrative cash crop today. A tapestry of intimate stories offers a window into the dreams of youth under a repressive regime.
Director: Jessica Beshir
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: September 3, 2021
Cast
- Mohammed Arif - Self
- Hashim Abdi - Self
- Biniam Yonas - Self
- Urji Abrahim Mumade - Self
- Destu Ibrahim Mumade - Self
Screenplay
Cinematography: Jessica Beshir
Editing: Jeanne Applegate, Dustin Waldman
Production: XTR, Merkhana Films, Neon Heart Productions, Flies Collective
Country: Ethiopia, United States of America
Language: Amharic, Oromo
Original Language: om
Keywords
drug addiction, woman director, sufism
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Faya Dayi about?
- A spiritual journey into the highlands of Harar, immersed in the rituals of khat, a leaf Sufi Muslims chewed for centuries for religious meditations – and Ethiopia’s most lucrative cash crop today. A tapestry of intimate stories offers a window into the dreams of youth under a repressive regime.
- Who directed Faya Dayi?
- Faya Dayi was directed by Jessica Beshir.
- Who stars in Faya Dayi?
- Faya Dayi stars Mohammed Arif, Hashim Abdi, Biniam Yonas, Urji Abrahim Mumade, Destu Ibrahim Mumade.
- How long is Faya Dayi?
- Faya Dayi has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
- What genre is Faya Dayi?
- Faya Dayi is a Documentary film.
- Where was Faya Dayi produced?
- Faya Dayi was produced in Ethiopia, United States of America.