Writings and Digital Art by Sadia Alao
One-Act Play
Omo Mi
Omo Mi follows Amina, a young Nigerian-American girl who has to navigate an unexpected pregnancy and possible abortion while dealing with her overbearing mother, Halima, who is vehemently pro-life. Set over the backdrop of Egungun masquerade and Yoruba mysticism, this story explores the notions we impose on women’s sexual and physical beings and how these impositions ultimately lead to generational hurt.
One-Act Play
Why Do Stars Fall Down From the Sky?
Why Do Stars Fall Down From the Sky follows Twyla, a Black teenage girl from the South, who must finally come to terms with her traumatic past and familial wounds during her final day of court-mandated Zoom therapy.
Full-Length Screenplay
Lolade
Lolade follows two worlds colliding when a teenager travels to Nigeria with her family to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, a holiday that marks the end of Ramadan and worldwide “Breaking of Fast”. Lola has always grappled with her sexuality but this all comes to a head when she meets one of her uncle’s house girls, Olu.
Short Film
Griot Girl
Griot Girl delves into the world of Yemi as she learns of the death of her estranged father, a popular West African Griot, and struggles to write a proper eulogy for the man she tried to forget.
Click Me
We Matter: A #BLM Picture Book
When George Floyd was brutally murdered on May 25, I saw people from all over the world get to work and I knew I wanted to also. I decided to create this digital picture book for accessibility but also as a catharsis of emotion. It is my thoughts, art, and expression all in one place. I refuse to let being Black in America equal a life (or death) sentence. I refuse to believe Black lives mattering is a trend or a moment. Being Black is a blessing and living is our birthright. Click the image above for free access.
Short Film
Zion
The year is 3033. Machines have replaced most white-collar, blue-collar, and pink-collar jobs. America is close to desolation as the poor stay get poorer and the rich get richer. Zion is lucky to have a job as a “screenwriter” but does the age-old notion that AI can’t replace human creativity still ring true?
Still shots from trailer
Big Girls Do Cry
In the wake of her best friend’s death, a girl struggles to come to terms with her depression and growing loneliness in a household that shuns any talk of mental illness.
Still shots from trailer
Copywriting Samples
5 Boss Moves Tips from Love & Hip Hop Atlanta's Rasheeda Frost
Sadia Alao 08/01/2022
Boss Moves with Rasheeda is popping at Philo. Viewers are loving Rasheeda Frost and her bold new show as they journey into her life as a multi-hyphenate mogul. Between her successful rest
What to Watch on Philo: August 23rd, 2021 through August 29th, 2021
Sadia Alao 08/23/2021
Summer is quickly coming to an end. The leaves are already starting to change, and the kids are heading back to school. This new season is ushering in cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice everything, and best of all, Fall TV premieres! From outrageous reality shows and thrilling true
What to Watch on Philo: September 7th, 2021 through September 12th, 2021
Sadia Alao 09/07/2021
Ready to wind down after an eventful three-day weekend? Philo has you covered! Take a load off and get lost in some beguiling drama, captivating mysteries, ghastly paranormal shows, and much more. Our top picks are kicking off their new seasons this week and you don’t want to miss it!
Conceived concept and wrote copy for “Which Show Are You” Flow Chart series on organic social.
Created monthly ‘What to Watch on Philo’ video concept and copy.
Copy for Philo’s 2022 Shark Week Apple In-app event
Copy for Philo’s 2022 Shark Week dedicated email send
Copy for Philo’s 2022 Comfort Channel Launch dedicated email send
Copy for Philo’s 2022 Love and Hip Hop Atlanta dedicated email send