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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.
Cast
Ahmed Ali Farah, Anab Ahmed Ibrahim, Ahmed Mohamoud Salleban, Axmed Cabdillahi Ducaale, Maxamed Xaaji Cabdi Faarax, Maxamed Axmed Maxamed, Maxamed Maxamuud Jaamac, Maxamed Xusen Xasan
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