Ruunta
Synopsis
Ruunta, or “truth” in Somali, celebrates the nuanced lived experiences of the Somali community in Minneapolis, the challenges we face, the beauty within our connection with each other and the ancestors who guide us along the way. Ruunta follows a young Somali man torn between who he is expected to be and who he knows he is—in a city that knocks him down and lifts him up.
Top Cast
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Minneapolis-St. Paul International Film Festival 45
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Abdilatif Hassen
- Screenplay & Story
- Abdilatif Hassen, Ryan Stopera
- Original Title
- Ruunta
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- Line Break Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Abdilatif Hassen
Abdilatif Hassen, Ryan Stopera
Serena Violet Hodges
Bakar Elmi
Ryan Stopera, Nolan Morice
Department Leadership Roster
Abdilatif Hassen
Director
Abdilatif Hassen
Writer
Ryan Stopera
Writer
Nolan Morice
Producer
Serena Violet Hodges
Director of Photography
Bakar Elmi
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Ruunta.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ruunta
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ruunta about?
Ruunta, or “truth” in Somali, celebrates the nuanced lived experiences of the Somali community in Minneapolis, the challenges we face, the beauty within our connection with each other and the ancestors who guide us along the way. Ruunta follows a young Somali man torn between who he is expected to be and who he knows he is—in a city that knocks him down and lifts him up.
Who directed Ruunta?
Ruunta was directed by Abdilatif Hassen.
Who stars in Ruunta?
The principal cast of Ruunta includes Abdimalik Ahmed, Hodan Hassan, Ifrah Mansour, Osman Sheikh, Sahardid Mohamed.
When was Ruunta released and how long is it?
Ruunta was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 15m.