Malaika: Moving tale about family, childlessness, rediscovery

Produced by Toyin Abraham and directed by Steve Olufemi Sodiya .

Some reviewers on What Kept Me Up felt the screenplay was convoluted, losing its way in the second half with subplots like a kidnapping that felt like "near-farce territory" .

Some users rated it highly for cultural depth, while others labeled it a "challenging watch" due to a weak script .

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1 Jan 2024 — “Malaika,” addressing the struggles faced by women dealing with infertility and the societal stigma accompanying it. Rating: 8/10. Premium Times Nigeria

While the cinematography and costumes were praised for being visually appealing , some viewers found the audio quality lacking and the pacing unnecessarily slow . Ratings Premium Times: 8/10 Letterboxd Users: Roughly 7/10