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Because I am

"Being LGBT in Zimbabwe"

Release2016
Runtime5m

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.

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Original Language

en

Release Date

August 12, 2016

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Hona Africa

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