One Way, a Tuareg Journey
Produced in 2010
Film Information
Synopsis
The film follows Sidi, a 13-year-old Tuareg, whose mother and sister emigrate from Niger to Italy, leaving behind his younger brother, Alkassoum. While tending goats in their village, Sidi imagines his family has become white. He experiences nostalgia for his village and ultimately, both brothers come to understand their destinies are caught between two worlds.
Full Description
The film follows Sidi, a 13-year-old Tuareg, who, along with his mother and sister, emigrates from Niger to Italy to join their father. They leave behind Sidi's younger brother, Alkassoum. While tending goats in their native village, Alkassoum imagines his family has become rich and white. Sidi, impressed by Italy, begins to feel nostalgic for his village, leading to a realization about the contrasting worlds they inhabit.
One Way, a Tuareg Journey
2010