The Village Next to Paradise

The Village Next to Paradise

6.9

Nov 08 2024

2h 13m

Drama

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.

Ahmed Ali Farah

Ahmed Ali Farah

Mamargade

Anab Ahmed Ibrahim

Anab Ahmed Ibrahim

Araweelo

Ahmed Mohamoud Salleban

Ahmed Mohamoud Salleban

Cigaal

Axmed Cabdillahi Ducaale

Axmed Cabdillahi Ducaale

Jama

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