Ten men from Lagos participate in a mysterious ritual: they are lined up, blindfolded and inspected by a woman. Seven prove to be ‘chosen’ and are given a large reward. Bala, who desperately needs money for his sick sister, hopes to be next. Poverty makes him take enormous risks.
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Film details
- Productieland
- Nigeria
- Jaar
- 2013
- Festivaleditie
- IFFR 2014
- Lengte
- 13'
- Medium/Formaat
- DCP
