Ferenj
“A Graphic Memoir in VR”
Synopsis
“Ferenj” is an afrosurreal dreamscape crafted from the director’s reconstructed memories questioning the meaning of home and identity as a mixed-race, Ethiopian-American growing up amidst cultural dissonance. The viewer is guided through fragments of Empress Taytu (her parents’ Ethiopian restaurant in Cleveland, OH) to the streets of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by a speculative one-way conversation between the narrator and Empress Taytu – the restaurant personified as the historic empress. “Ferenj” harnesses photogrammetry as a tool to reclaim the 3D scanned spaces and redefine Robson’s relationship to them on her own terms.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Ainslee Alem Robson
- Screenplay & Story
- Ainslee Alem Robson, Parisa Ahmadi, Nebiyat Demissie, Marisa Adame, Chelsea Frey, Ngozi Monica Cole
- Original Score
- Alemayehu Eshete, Tlahoun Gessesse, Mulatu Astatqe
- Original Title
- Ferenj
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Ethiopia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ainslee Alem Robson
Ainslee Alem Robson, Parisa Ahmadi, Nebiyat Demissie, Marisa Adame, Chelsea Frey, Ngozi Monica Cole
Alemayehu Eshete, Tlahoun Gessesse, Mulatu Astatqe
Ainslee Alem Robson, Liam Young
Department Leadership Roster
Ainslee Alem Robson
Director
Ainslee Alem Robson
Writer
Ainslee Alem Robson
Producer
Liam Young
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Ferenj.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ferenj
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ferenj about?
“Ferenj” is an afrosurreal dreamscape crafted from the director’s reconstructed memories questioning the meaning of home and identity as a mixed-race, Ethiopian-American growing up amidst cultural dissonance. The viewer is guided through fragments of Empress Taytu (her parents’ Ethiopian restaurant in Cleveland, OH) to the streets of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by a speculative one-way conversation between the narrator and Empress Taytu – the restaurant personified as the historic empress. “Ferenj” harnesses photogrammetry as a tool to reclaim the 3D scanned spaces and redefine Robson’s relationship to them on her own terms.
Who directed Ferenj?
Ferenj was directed by Ainslee Alem Robson.
Who stars in Ferenj?
The principal cast of Ferenj includes Ainslee Alem Robson, Melkamayehu Belachew, Tewabech Belachew, Betelhem Shiferaw, Senait Robson.
When was Ferenj released and how long is it?
Ferenj was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Ferenj?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ferenj was composed by Alemayehu Eshete, Tlahoun Gessesse, Mulatu Astatqe.