The Fisherman's Diary

About The Fisherman's Diary

The Fisherman's Diary is a captivating movie that was released in 2020. It brings to the fore contemporary societal issues with a clear focus on the need for girls' education. This drama film shares the story of a young girl Ekah (Sneha Daniella Nepa) who is inspired by Malala Yousafzai and fights against the odds in her small Cameroonian village to get an education. The heart-touching film showcases her determination in her quest for education and the challenges she overcomes in the process.

Making / Production

The production of the movie was carried out in Cameroon, West Africa. Directed by Enah Johnscot, The Fisherman's Diary highlights the reasons why everyone, regardless of gender, should be given the opportunity to get an education.

Actors

• Sneha Daniella Nepa plays the courageous young girl Ekah. Her charismatic performance helps convey the vital message of the film.
• Kang Quinn is the stern fisherman and Ekah's father, Ekah's biggest obstable to her education.
• Damarise Ndamo features as the supportive Aunt. Her character represents the encouraging force in Ekah's life.
• Ramson Nouah stars as the supportive head teacher that recognises Ekah's potential early on.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie has a run time of 143 minutes.
• The Fisherman's Diary is one of the highest grossing Cameroonian films.
• The movie features a majority of first-time actors.

Awards

The movie was not just well received by audiences, but also garnered acclaim from critics, which resulted in the movie winning several awards. The Fisherman's Diary emerged as a "must-watch" at many international film festivals and won 10 awards at the Golden Movie awards in Ghana.

Quotes

• "Education is the only way to fight these societal ills."
• "My father, a fisherman, is my sea of troubles. Yet, I must learn."
• "A drop of water is but a drop; a million drops of water make a mighty ocean."

Music, Soundtrack

• "Sailing The Sea" - portrays the light and shadow of the story.
• "Hope in Horizon" - conveys the emotion of hope amidst despair.