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Omo Child: The River and the Bush

2015 · Movie · 89 min · ★ 8.2

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In Ethiopia's Omo valley, children are being killed under an ancient tradition known as mingi. One young tribesman strives for change through education and adopting the cursed children. But challenging tribal superstition isn't easy and as he battles to save lives, things are not all that they seem. This clever film will stay with you long after you watch it.

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Details
Years
2015
Release date
2015-02-25
Language
English
Runtime
89 min
TMDB rating
8.2/10 (6 votes)

Themes

  • tradition
  • africa
  • superstition
  • murder
  • curse
  • ceremony
  • mingi

Cast & crew

Directed by John Rowe