Inspired by his war-torn upbringing, Aduaka’s film is the story of seven year-old Ezra, who is kidnapped by rebels while en route to school. After being taken into the jungle and trained as a soldier, Ezra finds himself seven years later in front of a ‘Truth and Reconciliation Commission,’ which asks him to piece together facts surrounding the night of a devastating attack on a village. What is presented as a confession turns into a trial as his mute sister chooses to reveal a secret kept from her brother. Ezra is a hard-hitting film but deals with its difficult and relevant subject matter in a poignant and sensitive way.

Duration:
102 minutes

Languages:
French

Country of origin:
Nigeria

Year of production:
2007