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  • Nelio's Story (1998)
  • 93 min | Drama
Nelio's Story (1998)
93 min | Drama
Based on the book by Henning Mankell (Sweden), this story takes place in Mozambique and is about a young boy, Nelio, who loses his entire family during a time of civil war. A wounded Nelio is found by a baker in the capital Mapouto; ...See moreBased on the book by Henning Mankell (Sweden), this story takes place in Mozambique and is about a young boy, Nelio, who loses his entire family during a time of civil war. A wounded Nelio is found by a baker in the capital Mapouto; refusing medical treatment, the boy instead asks for sanctuary so he can tell his terrible tale. This he proceeds to do, starting with how the fighters arrived in his village and slaughtered many, to his captivity, his escape and his teaming with other orphaned street urchins to become their leader in survival. Written by Len Massaar See less
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Director
Solveig Nordlund
Producer
Solveig Nordlund
Composer
Johan Zachrisson
Cinematographer
Lisa Hagstrand
Production Designer
Peter Bävman
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Updated Jul 21, 1998
Release date
Jul 24, 1998 (Portugal)
Awards
1 win & 2 nominations

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