Film Lens
Shado'man focuses on the lives of the Freetown Streetboys in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The film presents the stories of Suley, Lama, David, Alfred, Shero, and Sarah, who face significant physical and psychological hardships while being marginalized by society. The absence of commentary allows their raw emotions and experiences to resonate, providing a candid look at their existence in a challenging environment.
The documentary captures personal struggles such as forming relationships, parenting, and navigating sexuality. Through poetic and cinematic imagery, it reveals the precarious nature of life in Sierra Leone, emphasizing both the difficulties faced by the streetboys and the fleeting moments of hope that arise amidst their harsh realities.
Why Watch
- •Meet Suley and the Freetown Streetboys in Sierra Leone.
- •Find out how they navigate relationships and parenting.
- •See the raw emotions of life on the streets.
Did You Know
•The documentary features six main individuals: Suley, Lama, David, Alfred, Shero, and Sarah.
•Shado'man was directed by Boris Gerrets and released in 2013.
•The film has a runtime of 86 minutes.
•The production countries for Shado'man are France and the Netherlands.
Perfect For
Street life in AfricaDocumentary enthusiastsSocial issues in Sierra Leone