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Release Date:
Friday, November 17, 2017 Limited
Plot: What's the story about?
The Breadwinner tells the story of Parwana, a 12-year-old girl growing up under the Taliban in Afghanistan in 2001. When her father is arrested, Parwana dresses as a boy in order to work and provide for her family. Together with her best friend Shauzia, she risks discovery to try to find out if her father is still alive.
official plot version from gkids.com
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Who stars in The Breadwinner: Cast List
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Who's making The Breadwinner: Crew List
A look at the The Breadwinner behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Nora Twomey last directed My Father’s Dragon and The Secret of Kells.
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Production: What we know about The Breadwinner?
Key Facts
- Coming to theaters in Fall 2017.
- Based on Deborah Ellis’ bestseller.
Filming Timeline
- 2017 - May: The film was set to Completed status.
- 2016 - September: The film was set to Production status.
Production currently underway. Aiming for a Fall 2017 release in the U.S.
The Breadwinner Release Date: When was the film released?
The Breadwinner was a Limited release in 2017 on Friday, November 17, 2017. There were 12 other movies released on the same date, including Wonder, Zack Snyder's Justice League and The Star. Additional information: .
As a Limited release, The Breadwinner will only be shown in select movie theaters across major markets. Please check Fandango and Atom Tickets to see if the film is playing in your area.