Somalinimo
"A love letter to Somali culture, blackness, and Islam at Cambridge University."
Originally released in 2020. Somalinimo is a feature film. directed by Alice Aedy. At just 18 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
As students return to universities around the world, four British-Somali students talk about navigating one of Britain's most elite institutions: Cambridge University. Their identity is rooted in Somalinimo ('the essence of being Somali') and in this love letter to Somali culture, blackness, and Islam, they reflect on both belonging and marginalization. The women discuss conflicts with their parents, the sense of solidarity they have built at Cambridge, and the legacy they are creating for the next generation of British-Somalis. They give new meaning to an old Somali proverb: 'Clothing that is not yours cannot shelter you from the cold.'
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 2, 2020
5 years ago
Runtime
0h 18m
18 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Doc Society
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somalinimo about?
As students return to universities around the world, four British-Somali students talk about navigating one of Britain's most elite institutions: Cambridge University. Their identity is rooted in S...
Who directed Somalinimo?
Somalinimo was directed by Alice Aedy.
How long is Somalinimo?
Somalinimo has a runtime of 0 hours and 18 minutes (18 minutes total).
When was Somalinimo released?
Somalinimo was released on September 2, 2020 in theaters.