Lingui: The Sacred Bonds

Synopsis

On the outskirts of the capital of Chad, determined single mother Amina works tirelessly to provide for herself and her 15-year old daughter Maria. When Amina discovers Maria is pregnant and does not want a child, the two women begin to seek out an abortion, condemned by both religion and law. In the process, mother and daughter forge a connection stronger than any they’ve ever known.

Cast & Crew

Director

Mahamat-Saleh Haroun

Featured Cast

Achouackh Abakar Souleymane

Amina

Rihane Khalil Alio

Maria

Youssouf Djaoro

Brahim

Briya Gomdigue

Fanta

Saleh Sambo

Imam

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