Half of a Yellow Sun – From Book To Movie

The book which tells of the sad story of the Nigerian Biafran war has received massive reviews and will soon be translated to and released in a movie. Biyi Bandele, british - based playwright will be overseeing shooting and production which will take place in Nigeria. Hollywood actors Thandie Newton and Chiwetel Ejiofor will feature in the movie.

Set in the 1960’s, the book gives a graphic description of the events that marked that period in the nation’s history. The writing style and the plot are detailed and precise which is why it won the much coveted Orange price for fiction 2007.