The read
It runs a compact 56m.
Synopsis
In this drama, the Banjee family resides in an area of Johannesburg where Indians are no longer permitted to live. Mr. Bamjee is a vegetable seller and his wife, unlike him, becomes politically involved fighting against the injustices of apartheid. When his wife is arrested and imprisoned, Mr. Bamjee slowly realizes that his wife's concern for others is not a rejection of him.
Ratings
IMDb6.8/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Ross DevenishDirector
- Nadine GordimerWriter
Cast
- Muthal NaidooMrs. Bhamjee
- Kessie GovenderYusuf Bhamjee
- Shayeda ShaikGirlie
- Chris PillayJimmy Bhamjee
- Surikumari PillayAmina Bhamjee
- Naeem DinathFarouk Bhamjee
- Waheeda JoomaFarida Bhamjee
- Inayet KhanAhmed Bhamjee
- Karen PillayDr. Abdul Khan
- Bernadette MasalaMrs. Ndawo
- Dan PohoMr. Mashishi
- Miriam IsmaelMrs. Hassim
Themes
south africa