The Breadwinner
A headstrong young girl in Afghanistan, ruled by the Taliban, disguises herself as a boy in order to provide for her family.
Release Year
2017
Runtime
94 min
Audience Score
7.8
Genres
Animation, War, Drama, Family
Story Snapshot
A headstrong young girl in Afghanistan, ruled by the Taliban, disguises herself as a boy in order to provide for her family.
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