Perfect Woman: Storytelling As a Catalyst for Change in Nigeria
Using the Power of Film to Raise Cervical Cancer Awareness, Inspire Action, and Prioritize Women’s Health.
Official Film Premiere: January 23rd, 2024 on Marie Claire Nigeria
How Storytelling Sparked a Movement
Perfect Woman is Nigeria's first narrative short film on cervical cancer awareness. Created by Storytellers for Change grant winner Miracle Blaise and produced by Melanin Unscripted in partnership with our impact platform Rise in Light and the Cervical Cancer Free Nigeria (CCFN) campaign, this film sheds light on the critical need for cervical cancer education, prevention, and early detection in Nigeria.
"Collaborating with Melanin Unscripted and Rise In Light on Perfect Woman was a dream come true. Their passion for storytelling and social impact was inspiring and essential in bringing this message to life."
— Miracle Blaise, Director, Co-Writer, and Producer of Perfect Woman
A Story of Strength, Sisterhood, and Empowerment
Filmed in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria, Perfect Woman follows the emotional journey of Ebiye and Lavender, two women bonded through their shared experience with cervical cancer. Their story challenges harmful myths about the disease and highlights the importance of early detection and community support.
The film stars Nollywood veteran Tina Mba as Dr. Wunmi, a guiding figure for the protagonists, alongside rising talents Mfon Akpan as Ebiye and Uduak Akpabio as Lavender.
📺 Watch the full film on Youtube:
Global Recognition for a Local Story
Perfect Woman has received international recognition, earning selections and awards at prestigious film festivals:
🏆 Finalist – New York International Film Award (NYIFA)
🏆 Finalist – Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF)
🏆 Honorable Mention – Imo International Film Festival (IIFF)
More Than a Film—It’s a Call to Action
Co-written and executive produced by Amarachi Nwosu, founder of Melanin Unscripted and partner Akandu Nwosu, the film honors the late Abimbola Ogunbanjo, OFR, a dedicated advocate for cervical cancer awareness in Nigeria.
"Perfect Woman is a powerful example of how storytelling can inspire change and save lives. It was an honor to support Miracle Blaise in bringing this vision to life and to continue the important advocacy work of Abimbola Ogunbanjo. We hope this film encourages women to prioritize their health and recognize the power of community."
— Amarachi Nwosu, Executive Producer
Join the Movement: Be Part of the Change
Perfect Woman is more than a film—it’s a movement calling for women’s health to be prioritized both in everyday life and across media platforms. This campaign urges women to get screened for cervical cancer and embrace preventive measures like the HPV vaccine.
Learn more about our initiative on RiseinLight.org
How You Can Help:
💙 Donate to Cervical Cancer Prevention → [CCFN Donation Link]
📖 Learn More About Cervical Cancer Prevention → [Insert Cervical Cancer FAQ Link]
📲 Follow the Campaign:
Instagram: @melaninunscripted
Instagram: @riseinlight
📢 Spread the Word:
Use these hashtags to amplify the message:
#PerfectWomanFilm #CervicalCancerFreeNigeria #RiseInLight #StorytellersForChange