Bringemovies
← Browse Movies
The River
TITLE DETAILS

The River

2025-08-02 · 18 min · ★ 10.0

Music

"The River" is a film that pays homage to culture and the experiences of women through the lens of Ethiopia and draws inspiration from the director’s childhood home, Kebena. The film not only celebrates the art of beauty, but will also highlight the systemic barriers women face in the context of forced marriage, education and water access.

Open detail page

Trailers are previews, not full movies.

No authorized playback source configured. Use the legal watch options below.

Production details

Directors
Herrana Addisu
Production companies
Unavailable
Countries
Ethiopia
Status
Released

Top Cast

Cast unavailable.

Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.

Where to watch

Availability provided by JustWatch via TMDb. Offers can change. Provider links are listed on TMDb; full playback requires a separately authorized source.

Availability not listed for this country.

Recommendations

Tender Mercies
★ 6.8
Tender Mercies1983Music

Alcoholic former country singer Mac Sledge makes friends with a young widow and her son. The friendship enables him to find inspiration to resume his career.

Coyote Ugly
★ 6.3
Coyote Ugly2000Music

Graced with a velvet voice, 21-year-old Violet Sanford heads to New York to pursue her dream of becoming a songwriter only to find her aspirations sidelined by the accolades and notoriety she receives at her "day" job as a barmaid at Coyote Ugly. The "Coyotes" as they are affectionately called tantalize customers and the media alike with their outrageous antics, making Coyote Ugly the watering hole for guys on the prowl.

Tupac: Resurrection
★ 7.9
Tupac: Resurrection2003Music

Home movies, photographs, and recited poetry illustrate the life of Tupac Shakur, one of the most beloved, revolutionary, and volatile hip-hop MCs of all time.

I Still Believe
★ 7.6
I Still Believe2020Music

The true-life story of Christian music star Jeremy Camp and his journey of love and loss that looks to prove there is always hope.

Ruth & Boaz
★ 7.4
Ruth & Boaz2025Music

A talented singer leaves the Atlanta music scene and starts over in small-town Tennessee, where she finds love and new purpose but can't escape the past.

Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special
★ 6.2
Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special2020Music

Faced with a holiday cheer crisis, the North Pole knows there's only one person who can save the day: Santa's great friend Mariah Carey. The Queen of Christmas creates a fabulous and star-studded spectacular to make the whole world merry!

The Pirate
★ 6.5
The Pirate1948Music

A girl is engaged to the local richman, but meanwhile she has dreams about the legendary pirate Macoco. A traveling singer falls in love with her and to impress her he poses as the pirate.

Lemonade
★ 8.4
Lemonade2016Music

The second "visual album" (a collection of short films) by Beyoncé, this time around she takes a piercing look at racial issues and feminist concepts through a sexualized, satirical, and solemn tone.

Sneakerella
★ 5.9
Sneakerella2022Music

When El, an aspiring sneaker designer from Queens, meets Kira King, the fiercely independent daughter of legendary basketball star and sneaker tycoon Darius King, sparks fly as the two bond over their mutual affinity for sneakers. With a little nudge from his best friend and a sprinkle of Fairy Godfather magic, El finds the courage to use his talent to pursue his dream of becoming a ‘legit’ sneaker designer in the industry.

Unsung Hero
★ 7.1
Unsung Hero2024Music

When David Smallbone's successful music company collapses, he moves his family from Australia to the United States in search of a brighter future. With nothing more than their six children, their suitcases, and their love of music, David and his pregnant wife Helen set out to rebuild their lives from the ground up. Based on a remarkable true story, a mum's faith stands against all odds; and inspires her husband and children to hold onto theirs.

Anima
★ 7.3
Anima2019Music

In a short musical film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, Thom Yorke of Radiohead stars in a mind-bending visual piece. Best played loud.

The Merry Widow
★ 6.8
The Merry Widow1934Music

A prince from a small kingdom courts a wealthy widow to keep her money in the country.

We Are Your Friends
★ 6.8
We Are Your Friends2015Music

Young Cole Carter dreams of hitting the big time as a Hollywood disc jockey, spending his days and nights hanging with buddies and working on the one track that will set the world on fire. Opportunity comes knocking when he meets James Reed, a charismatic DJ who takes the 23-year-old under his wing. Soon, his seemingly clear path to success gets complicated when he starts falling for his mentor's girlfriend, jeopardizing his new friendship and the future he seems destined to fulfill.

Whitney: Can I Be Me
★ 6.6
Whitney: Can I Be Me2017Music

The life and tragic death of Whitney Houston.

Good Vibrations
★ 6.7
Good Vibrations2012Music

The story of music legend Terri Hooley, a key figure in Belfast's punk rock scene. Hooley founded the Good Vibrations store from which a record label sprung, representing bands such as The Undertones, Rudi and The Outcasts.

Cadillac Records
★ 7.1
Cadillac Records2008Music

The story of sex, violence, race and rock and roll in 1950s Chicago, and the exciting but turbulent lives of some of America's musical legends, including Muddy Waters, Leonard Chess, Little Walter, Howlin' Wolf, Etta James and Chuck Berry.

Riverdance: The Animated Adventure
★ 6.0
Riverdance: The Animated Adventure2021Music

A young Irish boy named Keegan and Spanish girl named Moya journey into a magical world of the Megaloceros Giganteus who teach them to appreciate Riverdance as a celebration of life. Based on the stage show phenomenon of the same name and featuring Bill Whelan’s multi-platinum Grammy Award-winning music.

Show Boat
★ 6.7
Show Boat1936Music

Sheltered beauty Magnolia Hawkes takes over as the leading lady on a Mississippi riverboat show when mixed-race Julie and her white husband are forced out of town by a prejudiced sheriff. Charismatic opportunist Gaylord Ravenal wins Magnolia's heart, but his gambling losses threaten to ruin their chances for a happy marriage.

Step Up
★ 6.9
Step Up2006Music

Delinquent Tyler Gage receives the opportunity of a lifetime after vandalizing a performing arts school, gaining him the chance to earn a scholarship and dance with up-and-coming dancer Nora.

Shawn Mendes: In Wonder
★ 8.1
Shawn Mendes: In Wonder2020Music

A portrait of singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes' life, chronicling the past few years of his rise and journey.

Similar titles

The Slipper and the Rose
★ 6.9
The Slipper and the Rose1976Music

Prince Edward wants to marry for love, but the King and court of the Kingdom of Euphrania are anxious for the Prince to wed no matter what. When the Prince meets Cinderella at a ball, he's sure she's the one, and when she loses her slipper upon exiting the dance, the Prince is determined to find and marry her.

They Might Be Giants: Here Comes Science
★ 6.0
They Might Be Giants: Here Comes Science2009Music

Here Comes Science is a 2009 children's album from Brooklyn-based band They Might Be Giants, packaged as a CD/DVD set. The album is (as the title suggests) science-themed, and is the third in their line of educational albums, following 2005's Here Come the ABCs and 2008's Here Come the 123s. It is the band's 14th studio album and fourth children's album. It was nominated for the "Best Musical Album For Children" Grammy.

Arizona Round-Up
★ 5.6
Arizona Round-Up1942Music

Tom Kenyon and his sidekick Pierre La Farge are hired by rancher Mike O'Day who, with his daughters Toni and Sugar, provides wild horses for the government remount station.

Rundown
Not rated
Rundown2024Music

Tommy tries to live under his alter ego "Tommy G" after having made a mixtape with his best friend Pelle aka "Little P".

Divas: d’Oum Kalthoum à Dalida
Not rated
Divas: d’Oum Kalthoum à Dalida2021Music

Songs Within
★ 6.6
Songs Within2024Music

The musically highly gifted maid Elsie, who longs for a career as a musician, is forced into marriage with Jacob, a young stable boy who dreams of owning his own horse. Both have to learn that they can only escape their lack of opportunities if they team up.

When It Breaks
Not rated
When It Breaks2020Music

When It Breaks is the inspiring story of Special Education teacher Konrad Wert and his personal journey to avoid becoming another victim of teacher burnout. Stepping away from the classroom, Wert turns to his musical side career as a means to tour the country with his family and engage teachers, parents, and audiences in a conversation about the current state of Public Education, and specifically Special Education. As opportunities arise, Konrad must decide how his service is most effective- as an advocating artist or as a teacher in the classroom.

Soultribe: A Dance of Life
Not rated
Soultribe: A Dance of Life2023Music

Three families struggle to find their true selves and their soulmates in a world full of expectations, pressure and obstacles. Inspired by real events, this film shows how they pursue their dreams and potential without losing themselves.

Bees in Paradise
★ 6.1
Bees in Paradise1944Music

Four pilots become stranded on a tropical island inhabited by beautiful women.

Thaala
★ 8.0
Thaala2019Music

Asela, a young teacher comes to the Hatagala Elementary School situated in a remote rural village. In a short period of time, he is able to create a new educational awakening in the school with attractive, teaching methods.

PiCO Pedro Saliba - Clio 2007
★ 10.0
PiCO Pedro Saliba - Clio 20072025Music

Barney Goes to School
Not rated
Barney Goes to School1990Music

Barney the Dinosaur joins his friends on an imaginative trip to school, where they explore classrooms, learn about safety, play games, and discover the fun of learning together. With songs, storytelling, and gentle lessons, Barney Goes to School encourages preschool-aged viewers to feel confident and excited about starting school.

Riverdance: The Animated Adventure
★ 6.0
Riverdance: The Animated Adventure2021Music

A young Irish boy named Keegan and Spanish girl named Moya journey into a magical world of the Megaloceros Giganteus who teach them to appreciate Riverdance as a celebration of life. Based on the stage show phenomenon of the same name and featuring Bill Whelan’s multi-platinum Grammy Award-winning music.

Aldeia da Roupa Branca
★ 7.4
Aldeia da Roupa Branca1939Music

Gracinda is a young laundress who works with Uncle Jacinto, but life hasn't been going well for them. Therefore, she decides to go to the city to convince Chico, her cousin with whom she has fallen in love, to return to the village to help on the business...

Blippi: The Musical
★ 7.3
Blippi: The Musical2022Music

The energetic and fun Blippi brings all his previous adventures and lessons on stage that'll make everyone sing and dance along.

Tokyo Vein R
Not rated
Tokyo Vein R2010Music

A reedited version of the ride seen in Tokyo Vein with a new soundtrack

Sonita
★ 6.9
Sonita2016Music

If 18-year-old Sonita had a say, Michael Jackson and Rihanna would be her parents and she'd be a rapper who tells the story of Afghan women and their fate as child brides. She finds out that her family plans to sell her to an unknown husband for $9,000.

Kiljusen herrasväen uudet seikkailut
★ 4.7
Kiljusen herrasväen uudet seikkailut1990Music

That Kiljunen familys sets out find their two missing family members, who have been sent to Tampere by the Matalamäki boarding school for retraining due to poor school performance.

The Whole Gritty City
★ 8.0
The Whole Gritty City2013Music

Young members of 3 New Orleans school marching bands grow up in America's most musical city, and one of its most dangerous. Their band directors get them ready to perform in the Mardi Gras parades, and teach them to succeed and to survive.

21 Chump Street - The Musical
Not rated
21 Chump Street - The Musical2014Music

Justin Laboy, an 18-year-old high school honor student, falls hard for Naomi Rodriguez, a new transfer student at his school in Florida. Little did he know, this crush would've derailed his life.

Your favorites

Recently viewed

Watch

Choose an authorized server.

Full video from an operator-configured authorized source. Official trailers use a separate player. If a server fails, retry or select another authorized server.

Legal watch options

Official trailer

Trailer preview only. Press Play to start.

Privacy choices

Favorites stay in your browser. Movie images load from TMDb. YouTube trailers contact YouTube only after you allow external media and choose a trailer. Advertising consent, if ads are enabled, is managed separately by the operator’s certified CMP.

Privacy policy

After allowing external media, choose the trailer button to load its player.