The Village Next to Paradise
Plot
In a windy Somali village, a newly assembled family must navigate between their different aspirations and the complex world surrounding them. Love, trust and resilience will power them through their life paths.
About The Village Next to Paradise
The Village Next to Paradise is a 2024 drama film written and directed by Mo Harawe in his feature-length debut. Starring Ahmed Ali Farah, Ahmed Mohamud Saleban, and Anab Ahmed Ibrahim as a family in turmoil, The Village Next to Paradise was the first Somali film to be featured in the Official Selection of the Cannes Film Festival. The film was shot in Nugal region of Puntland's capital, Garowe and coastal city Eyl. The Village Next to Paradise grossed $116,351 at the worldwide box office and received generally positive reviews, with praise for the thriller scenes.
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Cast
- Ahmed Ali FarahMamargade
- Anab Ahmed IbrahimAraweelo
- Ahmed Mohamoud SallebanCigaal
- Axmed Cabdillahi DucaaleJama
- Maxamed Xaaji Cabdi FaaraxHaji
- Maxamed Axmed MaxamedMandela
- Maxamed Maxamuud JaamacGuure
- Maxamed Xusen XasanJama's Father
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