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Mother Mother

Synopsis

A widow and her son work in a rural place. Her son wants to live in the city with Ifrah, the girl of his dreams. However, a young American declares his love for Ifrah, which leads to a murder. Qalifo makes a life-changing decision.
Official Selection Toronto International Film Festival 2024 - World premiere

Details

Year
2024
Type of film
Features
Director
K’naan Warsame
Producer
Andrea Calderwood, Alex Kurtzman, Jenny Lumet
Screenwriter
K’naan Warsame

Genre

Drama

Categories

Fiction

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Canada, Kenya, Somalia co-production

Blue Sky Films (KE), Potboiler Productions (UK), Secret Hideout (US)

Potboiler Productions

Sales Company

CAA

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