A Feel-Good Documentary About Hope, Resilience and a Young Man’s Summer of Dreams
Shabu is a heartwarming documentary about a 14-year-old Dutch-Surinamese boy who dreams of becoming a rapper.
The film follows Shabu as he spends a summer in his hometown of Rotterdam, working odd jobs to raise money after crashing his grandmother’s car.
Along the way, he hangs out with a cast of colorful characters, including his supportive girlfriend, his wise grandmother, and his mischievous friends.
The Shabu documentary is a joy to watch.
He is a charismatic and likable young man with a big heart and a passion for music.
Shabu is a must-see for anyone who loves coming-of-age stories, documentaries, or simply getting to know good people.
In addition to being a heartwarming story, Shabu is also an important film.
It provides a glimpse into the lives of young people growing up in disadvantaged communities.
Shabu and his friends face many challenges, but they are also resilient and hopeful.
The film shows that even in the toughest of circumstances, it is possible to achieve your dreams.
Shabu is a powerful and inspiring film that you may need to watch more than once.
Shabu Documentary DVD
Indiepix
Not Rated
Release Date 5/16/23
Synopsis
Meet Shabu, a 14-year-old Dutch-Surinamese aspiring rapper from The Paperclip, an inner city apartment complex in one of Rotterdam’s most notorious neighborhoods.
Shabu has big dreams but even bigger problems.
He’s just totaled his grandmother’s car and desperately needs to raise some cash before the end of the summer in order to pay her back.
Director
Shamira Raphaëla
Producer
Nienke Korthof
Willem Baptist
Cast
Sharonio “Shabu” Abisoina
Genre
Documentary
Language
Dutch with English Subtitles
Official Trailer: Shabu
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