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The River

The River is a poetic and beautiful short film that pays homage to culture and the experiences of girls and women as they relate to education, marriage, and the life-giving properties of water. Exploring these themes in the context of Ethiopia, this artfully crafted film draws inspiration from the director’s childhood home, Kebena.

Director
Credits
Country of Origin

USA

Year

2024

Language

In Amharic with English subtitles

Film Contact
PG

Open to youth

18 min
Documentary Drama Shorts Women Directors

Credits & Director

Executive Producer

Firehiwot Berhane

Producer

Firehiwot Berhane Germay

Screenwriter

Tigist Mezgebu Kifle

Cinematography

Tedos Teffera Tesfaye

Editor

Tedos Teffera Tesfaye, Amanuel Girma Ashenafi

Production Design

Rediet Haddis Yalew

Herrana Addisu headshot

Herrana Addisu

Herrana Addisu is a multi-disciplinary artist, film director, and social impact strategist passionate about community organizing and visual storytelling.

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