Faya Dayi
Faya Dayi is a 2021 American-Ethiopian documentary film, directed, written, starring and produced by Jessica Beshir. It explores the rituals of khat, a psychoactive plant that plays an important role in Ethiopia's economy and culture.
The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 30, 2021. It was released on September 3, 2021, by Janus Films.
Synopsis
The film explores the religious rituals of khat chewing in Harar.Release
The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival documentary competition on January 30, 2021.In April 2021, Janus Films acquired U.S. distribution rights to the film, with Mubi acquiring distribution rights in the U.K., Ireland, Latin America, Italy, France, Germany, Turkey and India. It was released in the USA on September 3, 2021.