Orphans of Ebola
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Orphans of Ebola

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Ben Steele's Orphans of Ebola follows Abu, a 12-year-old boy from a Sierra Leone village, who loses eight members of his family and must restart his l...ife elsewhere. Filmed over a period of four months, beginning just after the height of the epidemic in December 2014 through the reopening of the country's schools in April 2015, Abu's story illustrates the incredible bravery of the thousands of children who have been orphaned by Ebola as they reconcile with the past and forge new lives.

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Orphans of Ebola is a powerful documentary that tells the heart-wrenching story of Abu, a 12-year-old boy from Sierra Leone who loses eight members of his family to the devastating Ebola epidemic. The film takes us on a journey through Abu's life over a four-month period, starting in December 2014, when the epidemic was at its peak, and ending in April 2015, when the country's schools reopened.

Abu's resilience and determination to rebuild his life are truly inspiring. We witness his struggle as he comes to terms with the tragic loss of his loved ones and strives to find hope in the midst of despair. The documentary beautifully captures not only the immense grief that Abu experiences but also his unwavering courage and resilience.

Through Abu's story, Orphans of Ebola sheds light on the thousands of children who have been orphaned by the Ebola crisis. It highlights the incredible bravery and strength of these children as they confront their past and strive to create a new future for themselves. The film serves as a powerful reminder of the human spirit's ability to endure in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

Orphans of Ebola is a poignant and thought-provoking documentary that will touch the hearts of viewers. It offers a unique perspective on the Ebola crisis, focusing on the often-overlooked stories of the orphaned children. This film is a must-watch for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the impact of the epidemic and the resilience of the human spirit.

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