Because I am
Being LGBT in Zimbabwe
Overview
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.
- Production
- Hona Africa
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Crew
- Director
- Lawrie Zidyana
- Writers
- Harriet T. Mupungu
- Producers
- Moud N. Goba
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