Faya Dayi(2021)
Faya Dayi Synopsis
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.
Faya Dayi (2021) is a documentary film directed by Jessica Beshir, released on September 3, 2021 with a runtime of 2h. It stars Mohammed Arif, Hashim Abdi, Biniam Yonas and Urji Abrahim Mumade. Viewers rate it 7.4 out of 10 across 16 ratings.
- Director:
- Jessica Beshir
- Writers:
- Jessica Beshir
- Producers:
- Jessica Beshir
- Cinematographer:
- Jessica Beshir
- Production:
- XTR, Merkhana Films, Neon Heart Productions, Flies Collective
- Status:
- Released
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Directed by Jessica Beshir, written by Jessica Beshir, produced by Jessica Beshir.
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Average viewer score of 7.4/10 from 16 ratings.
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Faya Dayi – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Faya Dayi online?
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Faya Dayi (2021) is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Faya Dayi?
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The main cast of Faya Dayi (2021) includes Mohammed Arif, Hashim Abdi, Biniam Yonas, Urji Abrahim Mumade and Destu Ibrahim Mumade. The film was directed by Jessica Beshir. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Faya Dayi released?
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Faya Dayi was released on September 3, 2021 and runs for 2h.
Is Faya Dayi worth watching?
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Faya Dayi (2021) holds an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from 16 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Faya Dayi?
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