Journey to Lasta (2006)
Directed by Wondwossen D. Dikran
Genres - Drama |
Sub-Genres - Musical Drama |
Release Date - Oct 29, 2004 (USA - Unknown), Oct 29, 2004 (USA) |
Run Time - 92 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Jason Buchanan
An ambitious musician from the picturesque birthplace of Ethiopian music travels to America to meet an old friend and bring his unique brand of music to the entire world in this award-winning musical drama from director Wondwossen D. Dikran. Tsegaye knows that his mission in life is to bring the music of Lasta to the people of the world, and in order to do so he leaves behind his wife and child in order to travel to California and join up with his childhood friend Kirubel. Later, talented drummer Teferi joins Tsegaye and Kirubel as all three embark on a wondrous musical journey though a mysterious new land.
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Ethiopian [nationality], immigrant, musician, reggae-music