Nanny 2022

Aisha, an undocumented immigrant from Senegal, finds herself navigating the complexities of life in bustling New York City. Having left her six-year-old son, Lamine, in the care of her cousin, Mariatou, back home a year prior, she dreams of earning enough money to bring them both to the U.S.

To make ends meet, Aisha secures a job as a nanny for Rose, the young daughter of Amy and Adam Hav, a prosperous couple engrossed in their demanding careers. As Aisha forms a deep bond with Rose, she often finds herself working late into the night—sometimes even overnight—due to the couple’s negligence.

Throughout her journey, Aisha captures the interest of Malik, the doorman of the Havs’ building, and their romance blossoms with the warm approval of Malik’s grandmother, Kathleen, and his son, Bishop, who is around Lamine’s age. Surprisingly, Aisha and Kathleen share a mystical connection that adds a touch of enchantment to their daily lives.

However, challenges arise as the Hav family frequently delays payments to Aisha, prolonging her hopes of buying tickets for Lamine and Mariatou. One day, when Adam offers her assistance, he crosses a line and makes unwanted advances, leaving Aisha in a state of distress. Unsettling dreams—a recurring theme of drowning—plague her, intertwined with vivid visions of her son.

The situation takes a drastic turn when Amy abruptly leaves, compelling Aisha to assume full-time responsibility for Rose. One evening, while alone with her, Aisha experiences sinister visions that lead to a moment of panic when she believes Rose has vanished. In a frantic search, she finds herself pulled underwater, only to discover a bathing Rose in the tub. In a chilling moment, Rose suggests that it is Lamine’s spirit, feeling overlooked, who is causing these hauntings.

Eventually, Aisha manages to gather enough money for airfare, but upon Mariatou’s arrival alone, she learns of a tragic fate: Lamine has drowned during a trip to the beach. With newfound challenges ahead, Malik, who is now expecting a child with Aisha, invites her to stay with him, Bishop, and Kathleen. Torn by despair, Aisha contemplates taking her own life in the Hudson River, but Malik’s timely intervention steers her back toward hope. Together, they embrace their future, welcoming their new baby into a life filled with love and resilience.