2023

1h 41m

8.5(2 votes)

Drama

Overview

Villagers advise an abusive husband to channel his rage in the army. There, he must come to terms with violent urges that have deep and painful roots.

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17 members

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Hakeem Kae-Kazim

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Kang Quintus

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Azah Melvine

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Alenne Menget

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Muriel Blanche

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Rigobert Tamwa

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Ayuk Gareth

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Roger Brice Sobgo

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Akwandou Blaise Atarrimah

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Njang Mengu Collins

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Musing Daniels

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Godisz Fungwa

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Askia Karin

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Eduana Susiy

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Cabrel Nanjip

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Prisma James

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Nabil Fongod

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