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1 online resource (1 video file, approximately 114 min.) |
Summary |
Young Musa is orphaned after a mysterious illness strikes his village. In search of his uncle and the truth about what is killing his people, Musa sets out for the big city. He sneaks aboard a truck driven by Nobe, a father of four girls but no boys, who tries to help Musa find work in Johannesburg. However the streets are already teeming with other orphaned 'street kids.' Urged by his determination to survive and his growing social awareness, Musa finds a way to make an honest living and returns to his village with a truth and understanding his elders have failed to grasp. An all South African cast and crew shine in this emotional and timely drama reminding us how one small voice can be the brave start of colossal ch - uniting a village, a township, and even a nation. Reviews: Spectacular. Handsome well-crafted family drama...naturalistic performances ... affecting human drama ... first-rate!" - Dennis Harvey, Variety. "Gorgeous, fantastic...audiences were enraptured ... has the potential for greater success than just the art house circuit." - Joe Mader, Hollywood Reporter. "Junior Singo is a true star ... like the young girl in "Whale Rider," through his eyes and experiences we are transported." - Eugene Hernandez, Indiewire.com. "A gem ... warm, affectionate ... timely ... breathtaking." - C.W. Nevius, San Francisco Chronicle. "Beat the drum is a film with a big heart and a vital message." - Leonard Maltin, Entertainment Tonig. "Spiritually uplifting and profoundly moving."-CN. Awards: Winner: Best Feature Film (Zenith D'Or/Gold Award) - Montreal World Film Festival Winner: Best Feature Film (Angel Award) - Monaco International Film Festival. Winner: Best of the Fest Award - Palm Springs International Film Festival Winner: HBO Best Feature Film Award - New York Urban World Film Festival Winner: Best International Feature Film - Toronto Reelworld Film Festival Winner: Best Feature Audience Award - Madrid International Film Festival |
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Event |
Originally produced by Z Productions in 2004 |
Subject |
Orphans -- Drama
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South Africans -- Drama
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Orphans.
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South Africans.
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Drama.
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Feature films.
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Made-for-TV movies.
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Made-for-TV movies.
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Feature films.
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Téléfilms.
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Streaming video
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Author |
Kanopy (Firm)
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