Samia (7.6)

Movie · 2024 · 1 h 36 min · Drama, Family

Samia Yusuf Omar is just 9 years old when she discovers her special talent: she is faster than all the other boys and girls. With her friend Ali, who is the same age, she has the goal to earn real money with running and become famous. The children make a pact: Ali becomes Samia's coach. With his help, Samia is to become a real champion. But the ongoing civil war makes life in Mogadishu increasingly difficult...

Directed by: Yasemin Samdereli

Starring Ilham Mohamed Osman, Elmi Rashid Elmi, Fatah Ghedi, Fathia Mohamed Absie, Riyan Roble, Zakaria Mohammed, Kaltuma Mohamed Abdi, Waris Dirie, Shukri Hassan, Armaan Haggio

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