Nigerian-American Filmmaker Lanre’ ObisesanCEFR B1
9 Jun 2025
Adapted from Zita Zage, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Inatimi Nathus, Unsplash
Level B1 – IntermediateCEFR B1
2 min
74 words
Lanre’ Obisesan is a Nigerian-American filmmaker who turns to cinema to explore emotional healing and reflection. He started his career as a pharmacist, earning a doctorate in pharmacy.
However, he was drawn to storytelling. His debut film, "Dokita Musa," focuses on a young boy in a Nigerian village who dreams of being a cardiologist. The film captures the boy's struggles and the lives of those around him, revealing themes of resilience and identity.
Difficult words
- filmmaker — A person who makes movies or films.
- emotion — A strong feeling such as joy, sadness, or anger.emotional
- storytelling — The act of telling stories.
- struggle — A difficult or challenging situation.struggles
- resilience — The ability to recover quickly from difficulties.
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think emotional healing is important in storytelling?
- How can films influence our understanding of different cultures?
- What challenges do filmmakers face when telling personal stories?
