NEFTI
Bedtime
"Every night tells a story."
2024•6 min•A•drama, family
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Synopsis
Bedtime is a tender exploration of family, tradition, and the stories we tell ourselves to make sense of the world. Set in an Eritrean household, the film follows the nightly ritual of putting a child to bed, revealing layers of meaning in the simplest of acts. Director Nahom Abraham showcases the rich storytelling tradition of the Horn of Africa. NEFTI All-Stars finalist.
Director
Nahom AbrahamCast
M
Meninet Abraha
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Nira Cole
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Nechi Fshatsion
Writer
Nahom Abraham
More About This Film
Setting: Eritrea
Style: NEFTI