Wanuri Kahiu
82 Minutes
Arabic, Swahili
2018
Lebanon, France, Germany, Norway, Kenya, The Netherlands, South Africa
Yes
Arthouse, Drama
Samantha Mugatsia, Sheila Munyiva, Neville Misati
Restricted to persons aged 18 and over unless accompanied by an adult
This film was co-produced in Lebanon, representing the contribution of Lebanese production in international cinema.
“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.
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