After his mother dies, Birahima is sent to live with his aunt in Liberia. Yacouba, a local huckster, joins him on his journey. After they are attacked by rebel forces, the older man convinces Birahima to become a child soldier. The young Guinean tells the story of his stolen childhood with humour and irony.
Suggested age 14+
This film is screened in the original French version with German subtitles.
| Section | |
| Premiere |
Swiss Premiere
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| Countries of production | France, Luxembourg, Belgium, Canada, Saudi Arabia |
| Realisateur·rice |
Zaven Najjar
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Screenings and tickets
Sunday 22 March
18:00
ARENA 9
Saturday 28 March
18:15
ARENA 9
Make it family time special price of CHF 8.- for children aged 3 to 16.
The following films are also suitable for young audiences:
DJ Ahmet
My Father’s Shadow
