The Boy from Geita (2015)
Adam, a young Tanzanian boy persecuted because of his albinism, finds a kindred spirit in Peter, a Canadian man with the same condition. Together they embark on an unlikely journey that transcends cultures and continents.
- Date of release
- 2015-04-25
- TMDB
- 9.2 / 10 (4)
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Genres
- Drama, Documentary
- Director
- Vic Sarin
Casting
- Adam Robert — Himself
- Peter Ash — Himself
Interesting facts
The Boy From Geita is a 2014 documentary film directed by Vic Sarin that tells the story of Adam, a young boy from Geita, Tanzania, who suffers abuse due to superstitions surrounding albinism. The film explores the challenges faced by people with albinism in Africa, particularly in Tanzania, where some believe their body parts hold mystical powers.
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