B for Boy

B for Boy is a powerful drama that explores the complexities of gender roles and cultural expectations in modern-day Nigeria. Amaka, a successful and independent woman, is eagerly awaiting the birth of her second child, but when she loses the baby and discovers she can't have any more children, she keeps it a secret and fakes her pregnancy to avoid the judgment of her family and society. In her desperation, she attempts to adopt a baby boy, but her efforts are met with resistance and she must confront the harsh realities of gender discrimination and women's rights. Through Amaka's story, the film sheds light on the deep-seated cultural and societal pressures that women face, and the lengths they must go to in order to protect their families and their futures.

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