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Half of a Yellow Sun
2013·1h 46m·★ 5.0
An epic love story: Olanna and Kainene are glamorous twins, living a privileged city life in newly independent 1960s Nigeria. The two women make very different choices of lovers, but rivalry and betrayal must be set aside as their lives are swept up in the turbulence of war.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your night?
A character-led choice where relationships, emotion, and personal stakes are a bigger part of the experience than spectacle.
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Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who want a more personal, reflective story.
Commitment
Standard sit-down · 1h 46m
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