Faya Dayi
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| Directed by | Jessica Beshir |
| Written by | Jessica Beshir |
| Produced by | Jessica Beshir |
| Cinematography | Jessica Beshir |
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| Distributed by | Janus Films (United States) |
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Running time | 118 minutes |
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Faya Dayi is a 2021 American-Ethiopian documentary film, directed, written, starring and produced by Jessica Beshir. It explores the rituals of khat, a psychoactive plant that plays an important role in Ethiopia's economy and culture.
The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 30, 2021. It was released on September 3, 2021, by Janus Films.
Release
The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival documentary competition on January 30, 2021.[2]
In April 2021, Janus Films acquired U.S. distribution rights to the film, with Mubi acquiring distribution rights in the U.K., Ireland, Latin America, Italy, France, Germany, Turkey and India.[3][4] It was released in the USA on September 3, 2021.[5]