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Released
2012 · FILM

That Wasn't Me

Directed by
Esteban Crespo
Written by
Esteban Crespo
Runtime
20 min
WarDrama

Synopsis

Aquél no Era Yo [That Wasn't Me] is a 2012 Spanish short film directed by Esteban Crespo. It follows the story of Paul and Kaney, two characters—an African child and a Spanish woman—who initially have nothing in common but become connected through a life-giving shot. Kaney is an African child soldier living with other child soldiers under the orders of a man who has taken on a father-like role as the General of the Rebel Army. Paula is a Spanish aid worker who moved to Africa to follow her boyfriend, Juanjo, in order to provide assistance and rescue child soldiers in the region. Their lives intersect at a border crossing point, marking the beginning of a dramatic story filled with fear, violence, and redemption. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

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Principal cast & crew: 14

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Edited by Vanessa MarimbertShot by Angel AmorosScored by Juande Marfil

Also known as

  • Aquél no era yode
  • That Wasn't Meen

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