Director: Amanuel Tilahun Tadesse
Country of origin: Ethiopia, Germany
Produced by: 1888 Ent. RFE Film & Untitled Films
A man hides behind multiple identities to conceal his sorrow, but little by little he loses control, until the boundary between reality and illusion fades away.
Yekifle Tarik (Kifle’s Story) is an intimate psychological drama set in Ethiopia. At its heart is Kifle a man quietly unraveling under the weight of grief, guilt, and memories. Through his fractured inner world, we explore the complexities of identity, trauma, and the silent burden of unresolved pain. But this is more than just one man’s story. In Ethiopia, mental health is rarely talked about, often misunderstood, and too frequently ignored due to cultural expectations and deeply rooted beliefs. With Yekifle Tarik, we want to break that silence with care, honesty, and cinematic beauty.This story comes to life through powerful, layered performances by acclaimed Ethiopian actors Girum Ermias, Henok Wendmu, and more who bring emotional depth and vulnerability to the screen. Their portrayal of the internal and external struggles faced by men like Kifle elevates the film to something both deeply personal and universally resonant.
