Sweetness in the Belly
2019
Orphaned in Africa as a child, Lilly escapes to England as a refugee, fleeing civil war in Ethiopia. Lost in this cold new world, Lilly embraces the immigrant community in London, attempting to reunite people with their scattered families. But as her friend Amina discovers, Lilly's mission isn't purely selfless: a passionate lost love affair is revealed.
Director:
Zeresenay Mehari
Writers:
Laura Phillips, Camilla Gibb
Awards:
1 win & 1 nomination
Production:
Zeresenay Mehari
Country:
Ireland, United Kingdom, Canada
