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‘I Live in V.I.,’ a Social Class Satire From Nigeria, Will Dive Into Urban Alienation and Gentrification

Director Ugochukwu Azuya's project, inspired by his experience living in Lagos and its "materialistically driven, very classist society," was one of the films in development showcased at Locarno Open Doors.

‘I Live in V.I.,’ a Social Class Satire From Nigeria, Will Dive Into Urban Alienation and Gentrification

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Director Ugochukwu Azuya's project, inspired by his experience living in Lagos and its "materialistically driven, very classist society," was one of the films in development showcased at Locarno Open Doors.

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