Faya Dayi
Faya Dayi (2021) is a documentary drama, directed by Jessica Beshir. It stars Mohammed Arif and Hashim Abdi. It confronts the darkness of addiction with honesty. The 120-minute film holds an audience score of 7.5/10.
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What Faya Dayi Is 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.
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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.
Where can I watch Faya Dayi?
Faya Dayi is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is Faya Dayi?
Faya Dayi runs for 120 minutes (2h).
When did Faya Dayi come out?
Faya Dayi was released in 2021.
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.
What is Faya Dayi's rating?
Faya Dayi holds 6.8/10 on IMDb and 7.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 70 out of 100.
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