“Not a Burden” movie for special children premieres

By Joshua Olomu

“Not a Burden”, an advocacy film for children with Neuro developmental disorders such as autism, cerebral palsy, among others, has premiered in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that filmmakers, actors, government functionaries, and the cast and crew of the film, were present at the Silverbird Cinemas for its screening at the weekend.

The film is an initiative of Royal School of Educational Therapy Foundation (RSETF) in collaboration with Lancelot Imasuen’s Media Network Limited.

“Not a Burden” brings to fore everyday deprivation and neglect children with special needs suffer in society, even in the hands of their supposed loved ones.

The film advocates empathy, acceptance and inclusion for everyone to participate fully in society and to achieve their full potential, including those considered to be ‘useless’.

It elicits emotions and lessons as it brought these children together to tell their stories as they feature alongside notable Nollywood stars.

The film is directed and produced by legendary filmmaker Lancelot Imasuen, featuring seasoned actors including Ali Nuhu, Francis Duru, Empress Njama, Fiona Garba, Adaku Dike and Demola Ogunsi, among others.