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August 12, 2016
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Because I am (2016)
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Overview
Based on a poem by a Zimbabwean LGBT activist written in response to the gay hate speech that is being perpetuated president Robert Mugabe. The film was shot in South East London UK with a cast of six women from several African countries playing multiple roles in this portrayal of being a lesbian in homophobic Zimbabwe. Five of the actors and the producer are refugees who fled their countries in fear of persecution for their sexuality.
Director
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Lawrie Zidyana
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Cast
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Millie Zidyana
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Valerie Abiyou
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Jocklyn Awoonor-Gordon
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Sarah Bisholo
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Skhumbumbuzo Khumalo
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Nosa Muhlwa
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Bliss Namuddu
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Genres
Documentary
Production Companies
Hona Africa