Teza (2008)
Teza (2008)
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.

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Aaron Arefe Aaron Arefe As: Anberber
Abiye Tedla Abiye Tedla As: Tesfaye
Takelech Beyene Takelech Beyene As: Tadfe
Teje Tesfahun Teje Tesfahun As: Azanu
Nebiyu Baye Nebiyu Baye As: Ayalew
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Storyline

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.


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Genres: Drama

Language: Deutsch, English

Release Date: 02 September 2008

Country: ET, FR, DE

Runtime: 140m

Company Credits

Company: Negod-Gwad Productions, Pandora Film, Unlimited

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Haile Gerima

Haile Gerima

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Mario Masini

Mario Masini

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