Because I am

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.

Country:

United Kingdom

Genre:

Documentary

Duration:

5 minutes

Year:

2016

Director:

Lawrie Zidyana

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Company:

Hona Africa

Cast:

Narrator

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Crew:

Director

Producer

Art Direction

Camera Operator

Animation