Soul Boy (2010)
A Lost Father. A Dedicated Son. A Magical Journey.
Abila (14) lives in one of the most miserable slums in Africa. His girlfriend Shiku belongs to a different tribe, as the result of which he is not really allowed to fraternize with her. And then one drunken night his father gambles away his own soul.
Director: Hawa Essuman
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 61 min
Release Date: March 4, 2010
Cast
- Samson Odhiambo - Abila
- Leila Dayan Opou - Shiku
- Krysteen Savane - Nyawawa
- Frank Kimani - Macharia
- Joab Ogolla - Abi's Father
- Lucy Gachanja - Abi's Mother
Screenplay
- Billy Kahora (Screenplay)
Music: Xaver von Treyer
Cinematography: Christian Almesberger
Editing: Ng'ehte Gitungo
Production: Ginger Ink
Country: Kenya, Germany
Language: Kiswahili
Original Language: en
Keywords
slum, mythology, nairobi, woman director
More Films by Director: Hawa Essuman
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Soul Boy about?
- Abila (14) lives in one of the most miserable slums in Africa. His girlfriend Shiku belongs to a different tribe, as the result of which he is not really allowed to fraternize with her. And then one drunken night his father gambles away his own soul.
- Who directed Soul Boy?
- Soul Boy was directed by Hawa Essuman.
- Who stars in Soul Boy?
- Soul Boy stars Samson Odhiambo, Leila Dayan Opou, Krysteen Savane, Frank Kimani, Joab Ogolla, Lucy Gachanja.
- How long is Soul Boy?
- Soul Boy has a runtime of 1h 1m (61 minutes).
- What genre is Soul Boy?
- Soul Boy is a Drama film.
- Where was Soul Boy produced?
- Soul Boy was produced in Kenya, Germany.