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The Streets Know My Name

The Streets Know My Name is a compelling documentary that delves into the heart-wrenching story of a young Togolese man who survived child trafficking.

  • Eghoghon Sarah Ifidon
    Director
    Abike
  • Eghoghon Sarah Ifidon
    Writer
    Abike
  • Eghoghon Sarah Ifidon
    Producer
    Abike
  • Success Ofon
    Key Cast
    "Vassat Peter"
  • Vassat Peter
    Key Cast
    "Himself"
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    39 minutes 50 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    September 30, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    12,000 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    Nigeria, Togo
  • Language:
    English, French
  • Shooting Format:
    RED, Sony
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of Reading
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • Pernik
    Bulgaria
    June 18, 2025
    IN THE PALACE FILM FESTIVAL
    Best Student Documentary
Director Biography - Eghoghon Sarah Ifidon

Eghoghon Sarah Ifidon is a Nigerian filmmaker and recent MRes Film graduate from the University of Reading. She is the founder of Iseland Films, a production company committed to telling groundbreaking stories and uncovering profound human experiences in overlooked places.

Her latest documentary, The Streets Know My Name, explores child trafficking and identity through a blend of memory, migration, and resilience. She also directed It’s a Grey World, a raw, intimate look at men’s mental health in contemporary society.

Driven by a passion for real-life stories that challenge injustice and provoke reflection, Sarah uses film as a tool for advocacy and emotional truth. Her work seeks to amplify unheard voices and connect audiences to the realities often hidden in plain sight.

Outside of the director's chair, Eghoghon enjoys Writing, Reading, and Watching Movies, which often serve as sources of inspiration for their work. She believes that the most profound stories are drawn from real-life experiences and emotions, and strives to infuse her films with this authenticity.

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Director Statement

While my first short film, Àbíkẹ́, was a testament to my dedication and creativity, taking a unique perspective and an unwavering commitment to authentic storytelling, I fully wore the directorial, producer, and writer cap in the production of her first docu-fiction, The Streets Know My Name.

It was a journey of faith and resilience, and it has become a product of love.

I met Vassat Peter at the government home for senior boys five years before I knew I wanted to make this documentary. As a Nigerian, I've found myself judging the boys on the streets without considering what their story could be.

This documentary is a testament to my growth as an Individual and Filmmaker.