Film Details

Runtime: 83 minutes

Language: English and Swahili with English Subtitles

Director: Wanuri Kahiu

Country: Kenya, 2018

Genre: Drama, Lesbian, Romance

EAST COAST PREMIERE

An old Kenyan proverb says "Good Kenyan girls become good Kenyan wives", but Kena and Ziki long for something more. Despite the political rivalry between their families, the girls remain close friends, supporting each other to pursue their dreams in an ultra-conservative and sexist society. When love blossoms between them, the two girls will be forced to choose between happiness and safety. Inspired by the book Jambula Tree, a story of two girls in love in Uganda, Rafiki challenges deep rooted cynicism about same-sex relationships in Kenya.

Highlights

Jury Winner

Jury Winner -

Best Narrative

OFFICIAL SELECTIONS

OFFICIAL SELECTIONS -

Official Selection - Cannes Film Festival
Official Selection - Toronto International Film Festival

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