Amani

Amani

Amani

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Amani

2021

0h 17m

8.0(1 votes)

Drama

Overview

In this tale, halfway between reality and fantasy, a mysterious narrator tells us the story of Amani, a young boy passionate about dance. But as the night begins to rumble, Amani’s joie de vivre disappears to give way to his pain.

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Les Films de L'Autre

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2 members

Acting

Ema-Yoh Mahamat Saleh

Amani

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Youssouf Djaoro

Narrator

Youssouf Djaoro

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