2025 | United States, Ethiopia | Documentary

The Cat Man Eshete

  • English 26 mins
  • Director | Laura Checkoway
  • Writer | Laura Checkoway
  • Producer | Laura Checkoway, Margo Mars, Thomas Lee Wright

STATUS: Released

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The extraordinary story of Eshete, a refugee who escaped war in Ethiopia as a young man and is now a devoted caretaker of a feral cat colony in New York City. Eshete has become the heart of a close-knit community while living on the streets. Together with neighbours who help feed the cats and look out for him, Eshete's story reveals a moving portrait of grassroots community care.

Refugee Journey Community Care Feral Cat Colony Urban Compassion Personal Resilience Ethiopia New York Cats
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