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Angelus Novus(2015)
Status: Released
Date: 2015-01-01
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Time: 0h 25m
The Angel carries the history but still dreams of flying forward.
Overview:
Afghani refugee Ali and his brother have just arrived in Turkey where, surrounded by many other refugees, his family tries to build a new life. The boys earn their living shining shoes. When one day their spot has been taken, their fragile existence and dreams of a better future hang by a thread.
Languages: Persian.
Countries:
Netherlands
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