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Nigerian-American Filmmaker Lanre’ Obisesan (Level A2) — man in white button up shirt

Nigerian-American Filmmaker Lanre’ ObisesanCEFR A2

9 Jun 2025

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Adapted from Zita Zage, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0

Photo by Inatimi Nathus, Unsplash

Level A2 – High beginner / Elementary
1 min
59 words

Lanre’ Obisesan is a Nigerian-American filmmaker. He uses films to help people heal emotionally. He used to be a pharmacist but wanted to tell stories. His first film is called "Dokita Musa." It shows the life of a boy in Nigeria who wants to be a doctor.

Lanre’ believes storytelling is important for understanding people's feelings and struggles.

Difficult words

  • filmmaker — A person who makes films or movies.
  • emotional — Related to feelings and emotions.
    emotionally
  • pharmacist — A person who prepares and sells medicine.
  • storytelling — The act of telling stories.
  • struggles — Difficulties or challenges people face.

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Discussion questions

  • Why do you think films are important for healing?
  • How do stories help you understand others?
  • What kind of stories do you like to watch?

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