Set against the Ethiopian abandoned children crisis, two orphan brothers are faced with the reality of never being adopted. Inspired by a true story.
Social & External
The people behind it
Ethan Herisse
Abel
Wayna
Mihret
Adonai Kelelom
Kiya
Dejene Kebede
Storeowner
Abenezer Assefa
Pickpocket 2
Zelalem Ashiny
Father
Ashebit Lemma
Pickpocket 1
Dagem Asmelash
Small Child
Naomi Haile
Mother
Rich Duquette
Tourist
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