Rafiki
2018 · Movie · 82 min · ★ 7.0
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.
Also known as Friend
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Details
- Years
- 2018
- Release date
- 2018-09-26
- Language
- SW
- Runtime
- 82 min
- Max quality
- HD
- TMDB rating
- 7.0/10 (156 votes)
Themes
- lgbt
- black lgbt
- lgbt in africa
Awards & recognition
- IFFR audience award · 2019 · nominated
Cast & crew
Samantha Mugatsia
as Kena
Sheila Munyiva
as Ziki
- JG
Jimmi Gathu
as John Mwaura
- NW
Nini Wacera
as Mercy
- DM
Dennis Musyoka
as Peter Okemi
- PA
Patricia Amira
as Rose Okemi
- NM
Neville Misati
as Blacksta
- MG
Muthoni Gathecha
as Mama Atim
- NG
Nice Githinji
as Nduta
Charlie Karumi
as Waireri
Directed by Wanuri Kahiu