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Black President

February 7, 2015 1h 26m 2.0/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 2015. Black President is a documentary film. directed by Mpumelelo Mcata. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Kudzanai Chiurai, Lindiwe Matshikiza, and Zaki Ibrahim

Synopsis

Exiled, yet internationally celebrated Zimbabwean artist Kudzanai Chiurai's demons come to life as he tries to flee South Africa following increasingly fractious experiences on the Johannesburg art scene. His greatest demon “Black Guilt” is one he can never shake off, this burden of having to speak for his people. But Is this responsibility really a burden at all, or is it actually a superpower? Either way, will Kudzi ever be President of His Own State of Being?

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 7, 2015 10 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 2.0/10 Mixed (2 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country South Africa + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • End Street Africa

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Black President about?

Exiled, yet internationally celebrated Zimbabwean artist Kudzanai Chiurai's demons come to life as he tries to flee South Africa following increasingly fractious experiences on the Johannesburg art...

Who directed Black President?

Black President was directed by Mpumelelo Mcata.

How long is Black President?

Black President has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was Black President released?

Black President was released on February 7, 2015 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Black President?

The main cast of Black President includes Kudzanai Chiurai, Lindiwe Matshikiza, Zaki Ibrahim, Anna Teeman, Melissa Goba.