Edres

At a glance

Edres, is a 2022 Egyptian movie, directed by Amir El-Shenawy. with a runtime of 17 minutes.

Overview

Edres is a human drama film following a 17-year-old Eritrean refugee who has fled war in his homeland to settle in Egypt. Driven by the dream of becoming a professional footballer, Edres navigates the barriers of immigration and identity while clinging to the hope that success on the pitch could change not only his own fate but that of his family back home. A moving portrait of resilience and ambition set against the realities faced by young African refugees in Egypt.

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