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Asad

201218mBryan Buckley
IMDb 7.0

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A coming of age fable of a Somali boy as he struggles to survive in his war-torn land.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Asad (2012) about?

A coming of age fable of a Somali boy as he struggles to survive in his war-torn land.

Who stars in Asad?

Asad stars Najah Abdi Abdullahi (Nadif), Hussein Abdi Mohamed (Old Man on Street), Maymum Abdi Mohamed (Asad's Sister). The film was directed by Bryan Buckley.

How long is Asad?

Asad has a runtime of 18 min and premiered in 2012.

Is Asad worth watching?

Asad holds an IMDb rating of 7.0/10.

Where can I watch Asad?

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