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Half of a Yellow Sun

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Half of a Yellow Sun (2014)

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Drama Romance Rated: 18+ (R)20141h 51m

Sisters Olanna and Kainene return home to 1960s Nigeria, where they soon diverge on different paths. As civil war breaks out, political events loom larger than their differences as they join the fight to establish an independent republic.Half of a Yellow Sun featuring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Thandiwe Newton is streaming with subscription on Prime Video, streaming with subscription on Peacock Premium, streaming with subscription on Philo, and 14 others. It's a drama and romance movie with an average IMDb audience rating of 6.1 (2,111 votes).

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Half of a Yellow Sun is a captivating drama and romance movie set in the 1960s Nigeria, offering a unique historical perspective that is not often explored in mainstream cinema.

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The movie focuses on the relationship between two sisters, Olanna and Kainene, providing a deep and emotional exploration of family ties and personal growth amidst political turmoil.

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Despite its modest IMDb audience rating and Reelgood score, Half of a Yellow Sun offers a compelling narrative and strong performances that make it a worthwhile watch for those interested in historical dramas and stories of personal resilience.

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Sisters Olanna and Kainene return home to 1960s Nigeria, where they soon diverge on different paths. As civil war breaks out, political events loom larger than their differences as they join the fight to establish an independent republic.

Age rating: 18+ (R)
Runtime: 1h 51m

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Related Genres: DramaRomance
Country of origin: NigeriaUnited Kingdom
Original Release Date: Mar 21, 2014