
Abu, Son of Adam
Program Running Time
101 min.
Films in Program

(Aadaminte Makan Abu)
Directed By: Salim Ahamed
(India, 2011, 101 mins, 35mm)
Entering his autumn years, Abu is determined to make the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca and is willing to sacrifice everything to do so. Salim Ahamed’s celebrated debut "balances measured investigation of the Islamic faith with broader concerns of mortality and community."—Variety. Winner, Best Film, Best Actor, Best Cinematography, Best Music, Indian National Film Awards 2011.