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Ashes and Embers (1982) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1982 · 120 min · English
- Directed by
- Haile Gerima
Following a devastating war, a weary veteran struggles to reconcile his experiences with the challenges of racial identity in America. Haunted by his past, he confronts the emotional toll of conflict while seeking a sense of belonging and grappling with the enduring impact of prejudice and discrimination. He must find a path toward healing and rediscover his place in a fractured society.
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