Chennai International Film Festival

Samia: Little Dreamer

Germany | 2024 | 102 mins | English

Samia (2024) follows the inspiring journey of a young woman named Samia, who defies societal norms and taboos by racing through the streets of Mogadishu, Somalia. In a deeply traditional society where women are expected to conform to prescribed roles, Samia’s passion for running becomes an act of rebellion. Despite the challenges she faces, including cultural resistance and personal struggles, she dreams of competing on the world stage. Her determination and relentless pursuit of her goal push her toward an opportunity to represent her country at the Olympic Games.

Director
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Yasemin Samdereli graduate of the Munich Film and Television College, directed notable television films like Alles Getürkt and Ich Chef du nix, co-wrote the successful series Turkish for Beginners, and achieved widespread acclaim with her debut feature Almanya. She also gained valuable experience assisting on international productions by renowned directors such as Jackie Chan, Teddy Chan, and Stanley Tong. Her diverse filmography includes the 2024 feature Samia, the 2007 TV movies Ich Chef du nix and Alles getürkt!.
Cast & Crew

Director – Yasemin Samdereli
Producer – Simone Catania, Christoph Fisser, Michele Fornasero, Dietmar Güntsche
David Herdies, Iman Ismail
Cinematographer Florian Berutti
Editor – Mechthild Barth
Music – Rodrigo D’Erasmo
Cast – llham Mohamed Osman, Kaltuma Mohamed Abdi, Fathia Mohamed Absie