Leo (2012 film)

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Leo
Directed by Jinna Mutune
Release date
  • 2012 (2012)
CountryKenya
LanguageEnglish

Leo is a 2012 Kenyan movie directed by Jinna Mutune. [1] [2]

Synopsis

A young Masai boy who is eager to become a super hero despite the challenges he faces in life. [3] [4] [5]

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References

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  2. Leo , retrieved 2019-10-14
  3. "Kenyan movie "Leo" airs in US". Daily Nation. Retrieved 2019-10-14.
  4. LEO THE MOVIE (Official Trailer) , retrieved 2019-10-14
  5. mkenyaujerumani. "Very First Screening of Kenyan Movie, LEO in Berlin this Friday – Mkenya Ujerumani" . Retrieved 2019-10-14.