Drama ·Romance · Germany · 2018 · 1h 22m

Rafiki

Rafiki poster
Director
Wanuri Kahiu
Cast
Samantha Mugatsia as Kena Sheila Munyiva as Ziki Jimmi Gathu as John Mwaura Nini Wacera as Mercy Dennis Musyoka as Peter Okemi Patricia Amira as Rose Okemi
Crew
Christopher Wessels — Director of Photography Isabelle Dedieu — Editor Wanuri Kahiu — Writer Jenna Cato Bass — Writer Steven Markovitz — Producer Arya Lalloo — Production Design
Synopsis

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.

Trailer Rafiki — Official Trailer
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Mood & Themes
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Key Collaborators
Wanuri Kahiu Director Christopher Wessels Director of Photography Isabelle Dedieu Editor Wanuri Kahiu Writer Jenna Cato Bass Writer Steven Markovitz Producer Arya Lalloo Production Design Wambui Thimba Costume Design
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