A poignant tale of friendship and resilience between two South African children, Tsepo and Jannie, set against the contrasting backdrops of rural Africa and 1970s New York City. Their bond faces trials as they navigate the challenges of injury and the quest for healing.
Acting
Norman Knox and Muntu Ndebele—chemistry that carries the whole film.
Cinematography
Jarring contrast between sun-drenched Lesotho and grimy 70s NYC.
Director
Ashley Lazarus
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Shot during apartheid with a mixed South African/American cast, making its cross-racial friendship plot quietly radical for its time.
Muntu Ndebele had no prior acting experience; director Ashley Lazarus found him in a Lesotho village school. His raw performance outshines the Hollywood veterans.
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