Afghan girl dresses up as a boy to earn money working. DVD Digital HD Year 2017 Theatrical Release 2017-11-17 Video Release 2018-03-06 Studio Gkids Genre Family MPAA Rating PG-13 CARA thematic material including some violent images Color Color Runtime 94 Animated Animated Full Synopsis THE BREADWINNER tells the story of Parvana, an 11-year-old girl growing up in Afghanistan in 2001. When her father is wrongfully arrested, Parvana disguises herself as a boy in order to support her family. With dauntless perseverance, Parvana draws strength from the stories her father told her, and ultimately risks her life to discover if he is still alive. Equal parts thrilling and enchanting, THE BREADWINNER is a timely and inspiring tale about the transcendent power of stories, and their potential to unite and heal us all. Director Nora Twomey Cast Nora Twomey; Saara Chaudry; Laara Sadiq; Shaista Latif; Ali Badshah; Noorin Gulamgaus; Kawa Ada; Soma Chhaya; Kanza Feris; Ali Kazmi; Kane Mahon