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202088 minPGdocumentary

Samira's Dream

202088 minPGdocumentary

21-year-old Samira from Zanzibar is followed over seven years, revealing her daily life and achievements.

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21-year-old Samira from Zanzibar is followed over seven years, revealing her daily life and achievements.

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Nino Tropianodirector

Nino Tropianowriter

Samira Masoud Ameircast

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Following the everyday life of 21-year-old Samira from Zanzibar for 7 years, NDOTO YA SAMIRA depicts the quiet victories of a determined young woman.

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