Rough Aunties (2008)

Fearless, feisty and resolute, the "Rough Aunties" are a remarkable group of women unwavering in their stand to protect and care for the abused, neglected and forgotten children of Durban, ... See full summary »

Director:

Kim Longinotto

Stars:

Jackie Branfield, Eureka, Ladyfair

5 wins & 1 nomination.

Cast

Credited cast:
Jackie Branfield	...	Self
Eureka	...	Self
Ladyfair	...	Self
Mildrid	...	Self
Studla	...	Self
Thuli	...	Self

Storyline

Fearless, feisty and resolute, the "Rough Aunties" are a remarkable group of women unwavering in their stand to protect and care for the abused, neglected and forgotten children of Durban, South Africa. This newest documentary by internationally acclaimed director Kim Longinotto (SISTERS IN LAW, DIVORCE IRANIAN STYLE) follows the outspoken, multiracial cadre of Thuli, Mildred, Sdudla, Eureka and Jackie, as they wage a daily battle against systemic apathy, corruption and greed to help the most vulnerable and disenfranchised of their communities. Neither politics, nor social or racial divisions stand a chance against the united force of the women. Once again Longinotto has managed to bring us an intimate portrait of change from Africa, this time from post-apartheid South Africa, a nation being transformed with hope and energy into a new democracy.

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Genres:

Documentary

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Certificate:

Not Rated

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Soundtracks

Sum' Bulala
Performed by Brenda Fassie

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Details

Country:

UK South Africa

Language:

Zulu English

Release Date:

16 April 2010 (Sweden)

Also Known As:

Ciotki

Filming Locations:

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Company Credits

Production Co:

Rise Films, Vixen Films (I)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

103 min (Buenos Aires Festival Internacional de Cine Independiente) 103 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color