Spirit of Cinema
Rafiki / Rafiki
Kenya
Directors: Wanuri Kahiu
Director's bio
Acknowledged as one of Africa's most promising directors, Wanuri Kahiu is a highly esteemed Kenyan film director, producer, and author. She stands among a vibrant new generation of talents representing contemporary African culture. Wanuri Kahiu has been honored with numerous awards and nominations for her directorial work, including Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Picture at the Africa Movie Academy Awards in 2009 for her impactful dramatic feature film, "From a Whisper." In addition to her significant contributions to filmmaking, Wanuri Kahiu is the co-founder of Afrobubblegum, a media collective dedicated to championing African art for its intrinsic value.
Acknowledged as one of Africa's most promising directors, Wanuri Kahiu is a highly esteemed Kenyan film director, producer, and author. She stands among a vibrant new generation of talents representing contemporary African culture. Wanuri Kahiu has been honored with numerous awards and nominations for her directorial work, including Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Picture at the Africa Movie Academy Awards in 2009 for her impactful dramatic feature film, "From a Whisper." In addition to her significant contributions to filmmaking, Wanuri Kahiu is the co-founder of Afrobubblegum, a media collective dedicated to championing African art for its intrinsic value.
Synopsis
“Good Kenyan girls become good Kenyan wives,” but Kena and Ziki long for something more.Despite the political rivalry between their families, the girls resist and remain close friends, supporting each other to pursue their dreams in a conservative society. When love blossoms between them, the two girls will be forced to choose between happiness and safety.Details of Cast
Samantha Mugatsia as Kena, Sheila Munyiva as Ziki, Jimmi Gathu as John Mwaura, Nini Wacera as Mercy, Dennis Musyoka as Peter Okemi, Patricia Amira as Rose Okemi, Neville Misati as Blacksta, Muthoni Gathecha as Mama Atim, Nice Githinji as Nduta, Charlie Karumi as Waireri, Vitalis Waweru as Tom, Hellen Aura as Elizabeth, Githae Njogu as PastorDetails of Crew
Isabelle Dedieu (Editor), Ronelle Loots (Additional Editing), Christopher Wessels (Director of Photography), Arya Lalloo (Production Designer), Frederic Salles (Sound Recordist), Nini Wacera (Casting Director)Producer Details
Steven MarkovitzWriter Details
Wanuri Kahiu, Jenna BassStills
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