Summary:
"Life, Above All" is a emotional and universal drama about a young girl (stunningly performed by first-time-actress Khomotso Manyaka) who fights the fear and shame that have poisoned her community. The film captures the enduring strength of loyalty and a courage powered by the heart. Directed by South African filmmaker Oliver Schmitz ("Mapantsula", "Paris, je t'aime"), it is based on the international award winning novel "Chanda's Secrets" by Allan Stratton.
| Runtime: | 100 min |
|---|---|
| Rating: | Rated PG-13 for mature thematic material and some sexual content. |
| Official Site: | http://www.sonyclassics.com/lifeaboveall/ |
| Production: | Senator Film Produktion |
| Genre: | Drama |
| Countries: | Germany, South Africa |
| Languages: | English, German |
| Director | Credit |
|---|---|
| Oliver Schmitz | Director |
| Writer | Credit |
|---|---|
| Allan Stratton | Writer |
| Dennis Foon | Writer |
| Cast | Credit |
|---|---|
| Aubrey Poolo | Jonah |
| Harriet Lenabe | MRS. TAFA |
| Jerry Marobyane | Mr. Pheto |
| Johanna Refilwe Sihlangu | Mrs. Lesole |
| Keaobaka Makanyane | Esther |
| Kgomotso Ditshweni | Dudu |
| Khomotso Manyaka | Chanda |
| Lerato Mvelase | Lillian |
| Mapaseka Mathebe | Iris |
| Patrick Shai | Dr. Chilume |
| Rami Chuene | Aunty Ruth |
| Thato Kgaladi | Soly |
| Tinah Mnumzana | Aunt Lizbet |
| Tshepo Emmanuel Nonyane | Mr. Lesole |
| Vusi Muzi Given Nyathi | Mr. Nylo |
| Producer | Credit |
|---|---|
| Daniela Ramin | Associate Producer |
| Greig Buckle | Co-Producer |
| Helge Sasse | Executive Producer |
| Martin Hämer | Line Producer |
| Oliver Stoltz | Producer |
| Thomas Reisser | Co-Producer |
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