Little Heaven

About This Movie

Little Heaven is a poignant documentary set in Addis Ababa, focusing on a small orphanage and its kids. The film centers on Lydia, a 13-year-old who's transitioning to the 'big kids' house, which should be a celebration but is marred by the harsh realities of life in an orphanage. The atmosphere is heavy yet tender, allowing us to feel the weight of their experiences. The pacing ebbs and flows, capturing both moments of joy and sorrow, highlighting the stark contrasts in their lives. You get a raw insight into the resilience of the children, their bonds, and the bittersweet nature of growing up in such circumstances. Visually, it’s unpolished, which oddly adds to its authenticity, making their stories resonate.

Focuses on the lives of orphansCaptures the emotional depth of growing upHighlights the resilience of children