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Live and Become

NR20052h 20mRadu Mihăileanu

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In 1980, the black Falashas in Ethiopia are recognised as genuine Jews and are secretly carried to Israel. The day before the transport the son of a Jewish mother dies. In his place and with his name (Schlomo) she takes a Christian 9-year-old boy.

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UnderdogPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (ptsd)Paris, FranceLove Of One's LifeParent Child RelationshipLoss Of Loved OneRefugee CampAdoptionImmigrationEthiopia

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What is Live and Become (2005) about?

In 1980, the black Falashas in Ethiopia are recognised as genuine Jews and are secretly carried to Israel. The day before the transport the son of a Jewish mother dies. In his place and with his name (Schlomo) she takes a Christian 9-year-old boy.

Who stars in Live and Become?

Live and Become stars Moshe Abebe (Schlomo (teenager)), Moshe Agazai (Schlomo (child)), Sirak M. Sabahat (Schlomo (adult)), Roni Hadar (Sara), Yaël Abecassis (Yaël). The film was directed by Radu Mihăileanu.

How long is Live and Become?

Live and Become has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2005. It is rated NR.

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