DIFRET
by Zeresenay Berhane Mehari
Based on a true story, DIFRET is a testament to women's courage in the face of staggering injustice.
Based on a true story, DIFRET is a testament to women's courage in the face of staggering injustice.
Fundraising Campaign
Ends Tuesday Jul 23, 3:27pm EDT
**Help DIFRET reach its STRETCH goal of $40,000**
*Donation of any amount is greatly appreciated*
*Only 17 days and counting*
*Donation of any amount is greatly appreciated*
*Only 17 days and counting*
1996.
Ethiopia. 14-year-old Hirut Assefa is abducted while walking home from
school by a 29-year-old farmer who intends to marry her. Hirut shoots
and kills her abductor with his own rifle, in an attempt to get back to
her parents.
Hirut is charged with murder and is facing the death penalty. Inspired by this young girl's courage, Meaza, a young lawyer, embarks on a long tenacious battle to save Hirut's life.
Funds
raised during this campaign will be used for post-production costs and
submission to the Toronto Film Festival. Please help this gripping film
get to Toronto!
