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Coffee & Allah
Short Film (Full Length) – 2007
My mother said when you roast coffee you thank Allah for the food he provides us. It's Allah's blessing that turns each bean from white to brown.
– Abeba (Zahara Abbawaaji)
I grew up in Kenya because of the war. But thanks to Allah's grace, I am here now.
– Abeba (Zahara Abbawaaji)
It shows just because we're covered up doesn't mean we don't enjoy anything but religion.
– Writer Shuchi Kothari on the imagery of Abeba playing badminton in her purdah, Auckland City Harbour News, 31 January 2009
For me, this is a gentle film with a strong message about acceptance.
– Director Sima Urale in the film's press kit
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