Overview
Samia Yusuf Omar is just 9 years old when she discovers her special talent: she is faster than all the other boys and girls. With her friend Ali, who is the same age, she has the goal to earn real money with running and become famous. The children make a pact: Ali becomes Samia's coach. With his help, Samia is to become a real champion. But the ongoing civil war makes life in Mogadishu increasingly difficult...
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Samia?
Samia was directed by Yasemin Samdereli.
Where was Samia produced?
It was produced by companies including Neue Bioskop Film, Indyca, RAI, Tarantula, BiM Produzione, Momento Film, VOO, BeTV, Shelter Prod, Film i Väst in Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Italy.
Samia Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Samia wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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