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Break the Blade

"A young woman gets tricked by her mom into getting circumcised for a traditional ritual practice shortly after her sister died from the same practice."

December 15, 2021 0h 15m

Released 5 years ago in 2021. Break the Blade is a drama/thriller film. directed by Lethabo Mokgatle. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Semenesh Cheksa, Rediet Worku, and Sofonias Feleke

Synopsis

Sebari Milach is an awareness film aimed at showing the dark ritualistic practices of female circumcision illegally practiced in Africa. This film touches on a true story about a young Ethiopian girl who gets tricked by her mother into getting circumcised at a ritual purification ceremony shortly after her sister passed away from the same practice.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 15, 2021 4 years ago
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Runtime 0h 15m 15 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Neauvau Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Break the Blade about?

Sebari Milach is an awareness film aimed at showing the dark ritualistic practices of female circumcision illegally practiced in Africa. This film touches on a true story about a young Ethiopian gi...

Who directed Break the Blade?

Break the Blade was directed by Lethabo Mokgatle.

How long is Break the Blade?

Break the Blade has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).

When was Break the Blade released?

Break the Blade was released on December 15, 2021 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Break the Blade?

The main cast of Break the Blade includes Semenesh Cheksa, Rediet Worku, Sofonias Feleke, Wubetu Shimelash, Angelique Munyange.