In one of the world's largest and oldest refugee camps, Dadaab, the inhabitans survive by watching films and dreaming. The refugees cannot leave the camp, but they let their minds escape the harsh reality: by going to the simple cinema hall run by Abdikafi Mohamed, the film's protagonist.
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Kati Juurus Director · Kristiina Nisula Editor
First release September 21, 2018 · Produced in Finland, Kenya · Languages English, French, Somali
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Finland · Kenya
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Somali
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English · French · Somali
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Finland · September 21, 2018
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