Sunday 2nd November 4:30 PM
Abouna
Details
Director: Mahamat-Saleh Haroun Country: Chad/FranceCert: PG Year: 2002 Length: 84 minsLanguage: French
Synopsis
As their father disappears into the West African desert, his two sons are left to experience loss, love and exile - but there is humour here too, and rich humanity, not least in the director's heart-warming sensitivity to the tenderness of childhood. Add the vibrancy of African colour, fine acoustic guitar soundtrack, and you relish a rare cinematic treat.
Hong Kong International Film Festival 2003
Firebird Award for Mahamat-Saleh Haroun
Critics
The highest possible refinement of talent
Peter Bradshaw - The Guardian