Rovina's Choice
Sep 26, 2025 · 22m
Director
Annie Wong, Thomas JenningsOverview
Through the plight of one woman trying to save her daughter from starvation, “Rovina’s Choice” traces the effects of Donald Trump’s executive order banning US foreign aid - made within hours of being sworn into office in January 2025. Rovina Naboi’s devastating story represents the global impact of that decision on the world’s most vulnerable populations, and how it stopped decades of progress combating severe malnutrition.
Cast of Rovina's Choice
Crew of Rovina's Choice
Annie WongDirector- Thomas JenningsDirector, Additional Photography
- Marcia RobiouProducer
- Yiel AwatProducer, Additional Photography
- Simon KilmurryExecutive Producer
- Atul GawandeExecutive Producer
- Griffin JenningsOriginal Music Composer
- Joan PoggioDirector of Photography
- Flavia de SouzaEditor
Wolfgang HeldAdditional Photography- Axel BaumannAdditional Photography
About Rovina's Choice
What is Rovina's Choice about?
Through the plight of one woman trying to save her daughter from starvation, “Rovina’s Choice” traces the effects of Donald Trump’s executive order banning US foreign aid - made within hours of being sworn into office in January 2025. Rovina Naboi’s devastating story represents the global impact of that decision on the world’s most vulnerable populations, and how it stopped decades of progress…
When was Rovina's Choice released?
Rovina's Choice was released on September 26, 2025.
How long is Rovina's Choice?
Rovina's Choice runs 22 minutes.
Who directed Rovina's Choice?
Rovina's Choice was directed by Annie Wong and Thomas Jennings.
Who is in the cast of Rovina's Choice?
The cast of Rovina's Choice includes Atul Gawande (Self) and Marco Rubio (Self (archive footage)).