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The After

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The After is a 2023 British dramatic short film directed by photographer and filmmaker Misan Harriman in his directorial debut. David Oyelowo plays Dayo, a rideshare driver grieving the violent deaths of his wife and daughter; a passenger he picks up prompts him to confront that loss. The film was nominated for the 96th Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film.

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Who plays Dayo in The After?

David Oyelowo plays Dayo, a rideshare driver grieving the violent deaths of his wife and daughter. The 2023 British short was directed by photographer and filmmaker Misan Harriman.

What is The After about?

Dayo is struggling with grief after losing his wife and daughter. A passenger he picks up in his rideshare car forces him to confront what happened and changes the direction of his night.

Is The After Misan Harriman's first film?

The After was Misan Harriman's directorial debut. It is a dramatic British short film released in 2023.

What genre is The After?

It is a dramatic short focused on grief, trauma, and an unexpected human encounter. The rideshare setting keeps the story personal and contained while Dayo processes a violent loss.

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