The Sheep Thief
Originally released in 1997. The Sheep Thief is a drama film. directed by Asif Kapadia. At just 24 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jigar Bikhabha, Soaib Karimbhai, and Kokila Mahendra
Synopsis
A young boy gets caught stealing a sheep and is shaved of all his hair and branded with a mark on his forehead so that everyone will know that he is a thief and not to be trusted. Dumped in the desert, the thief covers his marking with a headscarf and goes to the nearest village where he is taken in by a trusting family in return for his work. However, has be actually changed or is he still the same thief at heart?
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 16, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
0h 24m
24 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Channel 4 Television
- Polaris Arts
- Royal College of Art
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sheep Thief about?
A young boy gets caught stealing a sheep and is shaved of all his hair and branded with a mark on his forehead so that everyone will know that he is a thief and not to be trusted. Dumped in the des...
Who directed The Sheep Thief?
The Sheep Thief was directed by Asif Kapadia.
How long is The Sheep Thief?
The Sheep Thief has a runtime of 0 hours and 24 minutes (24 minutes total).
When was The Sheep Thief released?
The Sheep Thief was released on May 16, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sheep Thief?
The main cast of The Sheep Thief includes Jigar Bikhabha, Soaib Karimbhai, Kokila Mahendra, Abdur Rehman.