extremely short film
D
epression and suicidal thoughts
have become such global
epidemic amongst young people
today. Joojo, the main character
is captured in scenes where he
is seen discussing his issues with his friends
who assure him that he is not alone as far as his
‘ordeals’ are concerned. Joewackle Kusi, who
was in charge of screenplay, narrated the story
such in a way it brought out the raw nature of
the character making him lovable and relatable.
The movie takes the viewer on an emotional
rollercoaster ride whilst unraveling the reality
of depression and suicidal thoughts amongst
young people in our society. With good
cinematography coupled with great location
and excellent narrative skills, Boys No Dey Cry
makes crying an OK thing to do sometimes
in the wake of depression. The film touches
different viewers at different points and places.
In latter part of the film, the identity of the
therapist is revealed. The therapist is himself
which means he becomes his own therapist in
order to find answers to various questions he
thinks he can respond to.
BOYS NO DEY CRY is a very relatable piece
which voices out the cries of struggling youth
in the country. The pressures they get from
family and their reactions to religion in their
trying times.
Below are secnes from
the film. Boys No Dey Cry
is available on YouTube
30 | Colossium . September 2019
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