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NIGERIA · 2026

The Boy Who Gave

Allison Precious Emmanuel
sibling bonds parental loss sacrifice and duty coming of age family responsibility
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Synopsis

After the death of their parents, an older brother must make sacrifices to care for his younger siblings.

Year2026
CountryNigeria
DirectorAllison Precious Emmanuel
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