Rafiki (2018)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRScuC_TkME

Bursting with the colorful street style and music of Nairobi’s vibrant youth culture, RAFIKI is a tender love story between two young women in a country that still criminalizes homosexuality. Kena and Ziki have long been told that “good Kenyan girls become good Kenyan wives” - but they yearn for something more. Despite the political rivalry between their families, the girls encourage each other to pursue their dreams in a conservative society. When love blossoms between them, Kena and Ziki must choose between happiness and safety.

Initially banned in Kenya for its positive portrayal of queer romance, RAFIKI won a landmark supreme court case chipping away at Kenyan anti-LGBT legislation. Featuring remarkable performances by newcomers Samantha Mugatsia and Sheila Munyiva, RAFIKI is a hip tale of first love “reminiscent of the early work of Spike Lee” (Screen Daily) that’s “impossible not to celebrate” (Variety)!

[scottpcusa]

I’m seeing this on Sunday!

[Hubunkey]

I read the title and thought another Lion King spinoff lol

[NARMAK]

Originally Posted by Hubunkey

I read the title and thought another Lion King spinoff lol

Literally about to post the same thing lol. Think title might need a "Not Disney Related!" disclaimer lol

[ben6543]

Glad to see I wasn't the only one who thought it was about the Wise Shaman Baboon from The Lion King

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Originally Posted by scottpcusa

I’m seeing this on Sunday!

So jealous.

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Actress in banned lesbian film 'Rafiki' wins award

[Oliver Brown]

It's hard to escape the feeling that the film is basically an extended public service announcement; Kahiu has few discernible goals apart from drawing attention to an important subject.
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Originally Posted by Oliver Brown

It's hard to escape the feeling that the film is basically an extended public service announcement; Kahiu has few discernible goals apart from drawing attention to an important subject.
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Well, I think that is a pretty brave thing to do in a country were said topic is taboo.

But, I'll reserve my judgement until after I've seen the film.

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How ‘Rafiki’ Director Wanuri Kahiu’s ‘Afrobubblegum’ Movement Brought Her From Kenya to Hollywood

[CelluloidPal]

Originally Posted by JWFORD

Well, I think that is a pretty brave thing to do in a country were said topic is taboo.

But, I'll reserve my judgement until after I've seen the film.

Well, there was a similar film made in India a few years back and that one sparked actual riots at the theaters that ran it.

[Member-275053]

A vibrant and colorful lesbian love story that lacks narrative complexity. 3/5