Ethiopia: A Hidden World
Around three hundred Jamaican Rastafarians reside in Shashamane, Ethiopia, which they consider their promised land, rarely accessible to outsiders.
Synopsis
Around three hundred Jamaican Rastafarians reside in Shashamane, Ethiopia, which they consider their promised land, rarely accessible to outsiders.
Synopsis
In Shashamane, Ethiopia, approximately three hundred Jamaican Rastafarians reside in what they consider their promised land. This community, established in the 1960s by Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie, is largely closed to outsiders. The documentary explores the daily lives, cultural practices, and spiritual beliefs of these Rastafarians, highlighting their connection to Ethiopia and the challenges they face in maintaining their identity. The film provides an in-depth look at a unique cultural enclave that reflects the broader themes of faith, community, and belonging.
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