Mercy

Mercy

Mercy

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Mercy

"One Girl. One Moment. One of Millions."

2022

0h 38m

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Overview

When fifteen year old Mercy faces the unimaginable, her courage and resilience come to the fore. What could have been the end of her story is only the start of a new journey.

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5 featured cast members

Starring

Tana Gachoka

Mercy

Martina Ayoro

Barbara

Shandra Apondi

Shandra Apondi

Benta

Blessing Lung'aho

Father

Miriam Toure

Mama

Creative team

Directed by: Zippy Kimundu
Written by: Zippy Kimundu
Georgia Fernandes
Produced by: Justus Tharao

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