Aimi
Synopsis
UNFPA Maldives is proud to present 'Aimi' — a powerful short film that follows the journey of Aimi; a 17-year old with a passion for singing. Caught between the weight of familial and societal expectations and her own quest for personal identity, Aimi navigates through the challenges of finding her own voice in a dream that isn't hers.
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