Police officer Eva Meyer re-visits the orphanage where she grew up with the intent of unraveling her confused identity. Stasi archives reveal that her birth was the result of a one-night stand between her mother and one of her husband’s students, a Kenyan. Her family’s plot to hide her birth, metaphorically mirrors Germany’s suppressed history in this noire thriller.

Landing (1997) is the story of a young Afro-German woman who wakes up to discover that she is invisible... something she has always dreamed of being.

On January 27, 2010, Okpako visited the (East) German author Christa Wolf to discuss a film project based on Wolf's novel Medea: A Modern Retelling. Over tea, with the sound of planes landing at nearby Schönefeld airport, they talk about how she came to tell the story of Medea the immigrant, treated with suspicion in her host country, and are joined by the voices of Medea, Jason, Agameda, Glaucke and the passing of the East German era. This film premiered at the Berlinale in 2014.

The Education of Auma Obama is a documentary that explores the life of Auma Obama, the sister of former President Barack Obama. The film takes a deep dive into Auma's upbringing in Kenya, her struggles and achievements, and her unique perspective as the sister of a global leader. Through personal interviews and captivating footage, viewers get to know Auma in an intimate and thought-provoking way.

Hans loves Fatima and he will do anything to make her feel at home in Germany. Fatima loves Hans and she will do anything to feel at home with him. This short student film was shot on 35mm.

Dirt for Dinner is a thought-provoking documentary that highlights the detrimental effects of pollution on our food and the environment. Through powerful stories and compelling evidence, the film showcases the urgent need for sustainable and eco-friendly practices to protect our planet.