Nairobi Half Life
"Have we decided to be the way we are?"
Originally released in 2012. Nairobi Half Life is a drama/crime film. directed by David 'Tosh' Gitonga.
Starring Joseph Wairimu, Olwenya Maina, and Nancy Wanjiku Karanja
Synopsis
Mwas, a young aspiring actor from upcountry Kenya dreams of becoming an accomplished actor one day, and in pursuit of this, he makes his way to Nairobi, the city of opportunity. He quickly understands why Nairobi is nicknamed Nairrobery as he is bereaved of all his money and belongings and left alone in a city where he doesn’t know a soul. Luck or the lack of it brings Mwas face to face with the city’s criminals and forms a friendship with a small time crook who takes him in. He is quickly drawn into a world of crime as he struggles to pursue his dream of becoming an actor. Keeping the two worlds separate proves to be a challenge for Mwas as he steps into this unknown world called Nairobi.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 21, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Kenya
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Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ginger Ink
- One Fine Day Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nairobi Half Life about?
Mwas, a young aspiring actor from upcountry Kenya dreams of becoming an accomplished actor one day, and in pursuit of this, he makes his way to Nairobi, the city of opportunity. He quickly understa...
Who directed Nairobi Half Life?
Nairobi Half Life was directed by David 'Tosh' Gitonga.
How long is Nairobi Half Life?
Nairobi Half Life has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Nairobi Half Life released?
Nairobi Half Life was released on July 21, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Nairobi Half Life?
The main cast of Nairobi Half Life includes Joseph Wairimu, Olwenya Maina, Nancy Wanjiku Karanja, Mugambi Nthiga, Paul Ogola.