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A Chjana (The Plain)

USA/ITALY 20 min.

Director, Writer
Jonas Carpignano
Cinematographer
Maura Morales Bergmann
Editors
Jonas Carpignano and Sarah Violet Bliss
Producers
Willy Friedman, Jon Coplon, Gwyn Sannia, Franco Basaglia

Synopsis

True events inspired this compelling tale of Ayiva, an African migrant worker and his best friend, Chico, in the wake of the most significant race riot in Italian history. A stirring story of rebellion, solidarity and friendship, A Chjána follows Ayiva as he discovers the unexpected costs of his activism.