Katutura
"In a township where dreams are poised to die, a young boy in a wheelchair falls in love and defies a notorious drug dealer with tragic consequences for the entire community."
Originally released in 2015. Katutura is a action/drama film. directed by Florian Schott.
Starring Mara Baumgartner, Obed Emvula, and Whilzahn Gelderbloem
Synopsis
Katutura deals with the struggle of everyday life in the township. There is crime, drug abuse, violence, but it also shows the strength of the community as well as the bustling creativity in the place otherwise known as the place where we do not belong. Katutura follows a group characters experiencing the gravity of living in a township. Ex-convict Dangi has to deal with living a law-abiding life, an extramarital son and an old flame who his wife doesn`t know about. Gangster Shivago explores a new market to sell his drugs and Kondja, a teenager in a wheelchair who helps street kids, falls in love for the first time. Their paths intertwine and their lives collide in both hopeful and brutal ways.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 1, 2015
10 years ago
Runtime
1h 54m
114 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Namibia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Tulinane Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katutura about?
Katutura deals with the struggle of everyday life in the township. There is crime, drug abuse, violence, but it also shows the strength of the community as well as the bustling creativity in the pl...
Who directed Katutura?
Katutura was directed by Florian Schott.
How long is Katutura?
Katutura has a runtime of 1 hours and 54 minutes (114 minutes total).
When was Katutura released?
Katutura was released on December 1, 2015 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Katutura?
The main cast of Katutura includes Mara Baumgartner, Obed Emvula, Whilzahn Gelderbloem, Tjuna Kauapirura, Odile Müller.