Abiogenesis
· 14m
Director
Amar SomarooOverview
In search of his ancestral roots, filmmaker Amar Somaroo explores the story of Dina Somaroo, a young boy from India deceived by colonial promises of prosperity in Suriname. Through archival footage and reflections from the Netherlands, the film examines the complex legacy of diaspora-displacement, fragmented identity, and the duality of belonging.
Cast of Abiogenesis
Crew of Abiogenesis
Amar SomarooDirector, Writer, Executive Producer, Director of Photography, Editor, Location Manager
Pearl YazgangilProducer- Loes KortenDirector of Photography
- Nassim MachrouhiArt Direction, Production Assistant
- Natasha KalikaArt Direction, Makeup & Hair, Production Assistant
- Stacy LopesHair Department Head
- Edna BasnetLocation Manager
- Aisha Jadoon KhanProduction Assistant
- Erik LucassenArchival Footage Coordinator
About Abiogenesis
What is Abiogenesis about?
In search of his ancestral roots, filmmaker Amar Somaroo explores the story of Dina Somaroo, a young boy from India deceived by colonial promises of prosperity in Suriname. Through archival footage and reflections from the Netherlands, the film examines the complex legacy of diaspora-displacement, fragmented identity, and the duality of belonging.
How long is Abiogenesis?
Abiogenesis runs 14 minutes.
Who directed Abiogenesis?
Abiogenesis was directed by Amar Somaroo.
Who is in the cast of Abiogenesis?
The cast of Abiogenesis includes Edna Basnet (Self), Aditi Bhagwat (Self), TinTin Hau (Self), Tejas Khedekar (Dina Somaroo) and Nassim Machrouhi (Self).