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Because I am

Because I am

Being LGBT in Zimbabwe

Based on a poem by a Zimbabwean LGBT activist written in response to the gay hate speech that is being perpetuated president Robert Mugabe. The film was shot in South East London UK with a cast of six women from several African countries playing multiple roles in this portrayal of being a lesbian in homophobic Zimbabwe. Five of the actors and the producer are refugees who fled their countries in fear of persecution for their sexuality.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Because I am
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2016-08-12
  • Runtime: 5 minutes
  • Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Hona Africa
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.2107
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Millie Zidyana

Millie Zidyana

as Narrator

Valerie Abiyou

Valerie Abiyou

as Silhouette

Jocklyn Awoonor-Gordon

Jocklyn Awoonor-Gordon

as Silhouette

Sarah Bisholo

Sarah Bisholo

as Silhouette

Skhumbumbuzo Khumalo

Skhumbumbuzo Khumalo

as Silhouette

Nosa Muhlwa

Nosa Muhlwa

as Silhouette

Bliss Namuddu

Bliss Namuddu

as Silhouette

Trailers & Clips

Because I Am - being LGBT in Zimbabwe

External Links

Keywords

refugeelgbtzimbabwe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Because I am?

Because I am is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2016-08-12.

Who are the main actors in Because I am?

The main cast includes Millie Zidyana, Valerie Abiyou, Jocklyn Awoonor-Gordon, Sarah Bisholo, Skhumbumbuzo Khumalo, .

Where can I watch Because I am online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Because I am is available.

Is Because I am based on a true story?

Being LGBT in Zimbabwe

What is the IMDb rating of Because I am?

Because I am has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Because I am?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Because I am?

The soundtrack was composed by Hona Africa. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Because I am filmed?

Because I am was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Because I am?

The total runtime of Because I am is 5 minutes.

Is Because I am suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Because I am?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Because I am.

Does Because I am have a post-credit scene?

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