Found in a Dream
Synopsis
Set in Australia and Ethiopia, this film explores the journey of a young adopted Ethiopian-Australian man struggling to find his path. Abeselom is a drug dealer living in Melbourne. Experiencing isolation and navigating between doing what is right and doing what he must to survive, Abeselom's world is changed when he meets a young nurse named Netsanet. The film is about love, culture and, ultimately, finding comfort within connection.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
New African Film Festival, Maryland
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Helen Kassa
- Screenplay & Story
- Helen Kassa
- Original Title
- Found in a Dream
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Helen Kassa
Helen Kassa
Helen Kassa
Department Leadership Roster
Helen Kassa
Director
Helen Kassa
Writer
Helen Kassa
Producer
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What is Found in a Dream about?
Set in Australia and Ethiopia, this film explores the journey of a young adopted Ethiopian-Australian man struggling to find his path. Abeselom is a drug dealer living in Melbourne. Experiencing isolation and navigating between doing what is right and doing what he must to survive, Abeselom's world is changed when he meets a young nurse named Netsanet. The film is about love, culture and, ultimately, finding comfort within connection.
Who directed Found in a Dream?
Found in a Dream was directed by Helen Kassa.
Who stars in Found in a Dream?
The principal cast of Found in a Dream includes Netsanet Tefera, Sammi Obamha, Jordan MacCormick, Sean Dobra, Akira Bradley.
When was Found in a Dream released and how long is it?
Found in a Dream was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.