Experiencing Interruptions?

In Absence

A story about a 16 year boy who fled from Sudan with his family. Separated from his father 6 years ago, and now seemingly losing his mother too, Anas steps into a parental role all while balancing being a highschooler.

  • Maeve Reiss
    Director
  • Kacey Dolan
    Producer
  • Maryssa Mancuso
    Producer
  • Anas
    Key Cast
  • Enas
    Key Cast
  • Husna
    Key Cast
  • Golas
    Key Cast
  • Anisa
    Key Cast
  • Sema
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 56 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 14, 2017
  • Production Budget:
    0 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes
  • Doc Fest
    Harrisonburg
    United States
    December 14, 2017
    People's Choice Award
Director - Maeve Reiss