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Chetanna
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Wikipedia article
'Chetanna' is a 2014 drama film directed by Ikechukwu Onyeka and produced by Chigozie Atuanya.
Background
'Chetanna' is an Igbo language film shot in Enugu State, Southern Nigeria. It was screened at the 2014 World Igbo Festival of Arts and Cultureat the Frontiers Cultural Museum in Staunton, Virginia U.S. Upon the premiering of 'Chetanna' on October 11, 2014 at the Igbo Catholic Community Centre, Houston, the film became the first Igbo language film to be premiered in the United States. It also toured and premiered in five cities in Nigeria including Awka, Aba, Enugu, Owerri and Umuahia.
Critical review
Upon its release, 'Chetanna' was received positively. Chido Nwangwu of 'USAfrica' commended Chigozie Atuanya for promoting Igbo language through the film, further stating that: "The 'Chetanna' movie is an important contribution to the issue of "vanishing" Igbo language; following in the groundbreaking Igbo movie, 'Living in Bondage'".
Cast
* Chigozie Atuanya
* Queen Nwokoye
* Ebube Nwagbo
* Ebele Okaro
Awards and nominations
References
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