Liyana
Documented: Human Rights
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1h 16m
"A lyrical work that's as bright and captivating as it is poignant." The Hollywood Reporter
Dublin International Film Festival
BFI London Film Festival
Palm Springs Films Festival
A Swazi girl embarks on a dangerous quest to rescue her young twin brothers in a tale is born of the imaginations of five orphaned children in Eswatini, who collaborate to tell a story of perseverance drawn from their darkest memories and brightest dreams. Their fictional character’s journey is interwoven with poetic documentary scenes to create a genre-defying celebration of the transformative power of storytelling. Executive produced by Thandiwe Newton, Aaron and Amanda Kopp's film documentary celebrates the resilience and courage of a remarkable group of children.
Eswatini, Qatar, United States - 2017 - 1h 17m
Directed By: Aaron Kopp, Amanda Kopp
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