More Than I Want to Remember | GIRLS RULE (Ages 11-14)

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Each young woman in this shorts program is determined in her own way to set things right, speak her mind, use her own voice and choose her own path.

For Ages 11-14 | 74 minutes | Presented in English and original languages with English subtitles

Themes: Empowerment, daring to be different, gaining confidence girl POV

More Than I Want to Remember

One fateful night, 14-year-old Mugeni awakens to find her village drowning in fire. Her home in southeastern Congo has been destroyed by the Mai Mai militia, who have vowed to exterminate the Banyamulenge people. Torn away from her family amidst the chaos, Mugeni begins a remarkable journey across the globe, never giving up hope of finding her loved ones. Five years later, she has a miraculous reunion with her mother and sisters, who have fled to Uganda. Now a woman living in the United States, Mugeni continues to work hard to support her family and empower the Banyamulenge people.

Year
2022
Runtime
14 minutes
Language
English
Country
United States
Premiere
Chicago Premiere
Rating
CONTENT DETAILS: Separation/Loss, Fearful situations, Depictions of War, Guns and/or other Weapons
Note
THEMES: Perseverance, Overcome Obstacles/Adversity

Director
Amy Bench
Screenwriter
Mugeni Ornella

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