Sherman
Released 4 years ago in 2022. Sherman is a drama film. directed by Darine Hotait. At just 14 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Zainab Jah, Nano Raies, and Noor Hamdi
Synopsis
Sherman tells the story of a black woman who finds herself making an unconventional parenting choice in a society that doubts her potential. In the suburbs of Long Island, Sherman finds herself responsible for her neighbor's son Osman - a 7-year-old Syrian refugee Muslim boy who wakes up to the news of his parents' fatal accident. Osman is left with Sherman with no relatives to care for him. While struggling through her own grief over the loss of her unborn child, Sherman has to care for Osman. With cultural and linguistic barriers, how far will she go to make Osman feel at home?
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $45,000
Production Companies
- Akaya Films
- Altayaz Productions
- Re xFunctional
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman about?
Sherman tells the story of a black woman who finds herself making an unconventional parenting choice in a society that doubts her potential. In the suburbs of Long Island, Sherman finds herself res...
Who directed Sherman?
Sherman was directed by Darine Hotait.
How long is Sherman?
Sherman has a runtime of 0 hours and 14 minutes (14 minutes total).
When was Sherman released?
Sherman was released on April 24, 2022 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sherman?
The main cast of Sherman includes Zainab Jah, Nano Raies, Noor Hamdi, Chuck McMahon, Ebbe Bassey.