Half of a Yellow Sun is a 2013 Nigerian historical drama film based on the novel of the same name by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The movie is set during the Nigerian-Biafran War of the late 1960s and follows the lives of two sisters, Olanna and Kainene, as they navigate love, politics, and the devastating effects of war. Half of a Yellow Sun explores themes of identity, colonialism, and the resilience of the human spirit. The film stars Thandie Newton, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Anika Noni Rose. Half of a Yellow Sun received critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling and performances.
