IT IS A SOUL: A Portrait of Hailu Mergia
Synopsis
A short film documenting Ethiopian musician Hailu Mergia's life as the leader of the Walias Band in the 1970, his immigration to the United States and his subsequent re-emergence as a performer in 2014.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 28, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lorena Alvarado, Adam Golfer
- Original Title
- IT IS A SOUL: A Portrait of Hailu Mergia
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Brooklyn Filmmakers Collective
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lorena Alvarado, Adam Golfer
Adam Golfer
Lorena Alvarado
Jessica Beshir
Department Leadership Roster
Lorena Alvarado
Director
Adam Golfer
Director
Adam Golfer
Director of Photography
Lorena Alvarado
Editor
Jessica Beshir
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is IT IS A SOUL: A Portrait of Hailu Mergia about?
A short film documenting Ethiopian musician Hailu Mergia's life as the leader of the Walias Band in the 1970, his immigration to the United States and his subsequent re-emergence as a performer in 2014.
Who directed IT IS A SOUL: A Portrait of Hailu Mergia?
IT IS A SOUL: A Portrait of Hailu Mergia was directed by Lorena Alvarado, Adam Golfer.
Who stars in IT IS A SOUL: A Portrait of Hailu Mergia?
The principal cast of IT IS A SOUL: A Portrait of Hailu Mergia includes Hailu Mergia.
When was IT IS A SOUL: A Portrait of Hailu Mergia released and how long is it?
IT IS A SOUL: A Portrait of Hailu Mergia was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 14m.