in this life, we cannot hide.
Bangui, Central African Republic. 17 year-old Robert dreams of a career in music, but civil war is tearing the country apart. When both his parents are thrown into prison, he is left to look after his four younger siblings on his own, juggling daily life, odd jobs, school exams and concert stages, determined to follow his dream.
Congo Boy is showing in 1 cinema in London - next screening Wednesday 28 October at 18:00 at Riverside Studios.
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in this life, we cannot hide.
Si Congo Boy vient du Congo, est-ce que RnBoi vote RN ?
Congolese Gully boy.. more rooted and real
A young musician in the Central African Republic struggles to care for his siblings and pursue his art amidst civil war.
It was directed by Rafiki Fariala in 2026, marking a feature exploring displacement through a personal lens.
