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Made in Ethiopia
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Made in Ethiopia

Jun 6, 2024
1h 31m
★ 10.0

Overview

When a massive Chinese factory complex attempts a high-stakes expansion in rural Ethiopia, three women in search of prosperity have their faith in industrialization tested to the limit. Filmed over four years with singular access, Made in Ethiopia lifts the curtain on China’s historic but misunderstood impact on Africa, and explores contemporary Ethiopia at a moment of profound crisis. The film was awarded the Jury Special Mention at Tribeca Festival.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Hard Truth Films
Dogwoof
Gobez Media
American Documentary POV

Made in Ethiopia Trailers

Cast

Motto Ma

herself

Motto Ma

Workinesh Chala

herself

Workinesh Chala

Beti Ashenafi

herself

Beti Ashenafi

Teshome Girma

himself

Teshome Girma

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