Lingui, the Sacred Bonds
2021
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.
Director:
Mahamat-Saleh Haroun
Writers:
Mahamat-Saleh Haroun
Awards:
3 wins & 4 nominations
Production:
Mahamat-Saleh Haroun
Country:
Chad, France, Belgium, Germany
