Release Date

02 Sep, 2008

Runtime

02:20: (HH:MM)

Synopsis

The Ethiopian intellectual Anberber returns to his native country during the repressive totalitarian regime of Haile Mariam Mengistu and the recognition of his own displacement and powerlessness at the dissolution of his people's humanity and social values. After several years spent studying medicine in Germany, he finds the country of his youth replaced by turmoil. His dream of using his craft to improve the health of Ethiopians is squashed by a military junta that uses scientists for its own political ends. Seeking the comfort of his countryside home, Anberber finds no refuge from violence. The solace that the memories of his youth provide is quickly replaced by the competing forces of military and rebelling factions. Anberber needs to decide whether he wants to bear the strain or piece together a life from the fragments that lie around him.

Original Title

Teza

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Actors

Crew

Haile Gerima

Haile Gerima

Karl Baumgartner

Jorga Mesfin

Mario Masini

Vijay Iyer

Haile Gerima

Loren Lillian

Haile Gerima

Philippe Avril

Marie-Michèlegravele Cattelain