The People Below - A Short Film Set in Ethiopia
The Californer/10201725

HERNE HILL, U.K. - Californer -- This film is a merging of a complex and rich history of cultures. The Ethiopian Orthodox Christian Church and older pagan beliefs form the backdrop as we follow our protagonist's journey through his grief and how he navigates the different paths set before him.

A beauteous yet haunting film about a child dealing with a terrible loss. The website offers information on the passionate and talented crew, the directors own tragic and personal story which lead and inspired him to write The People Below and a blog, inviting the reader a personal glimpse in to what it takes to produce a film.

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https://www.thepeoplebelow.com/

We have launched a Kickstarter Campaign to raise the rest of the funds needed to take the project from Pre Production into the Production and set to be filmed in Ethiopia this coming October. We have some tantalising rewards to whet the appetite of any film lover that wishes to be a part of The people Below.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thepeoplebelow/the-people-below

Join us as we take you on a journey to a country rich in history, culture and story-telling.