Kenya
Synopsis
Trans women face extreme violence in Mexico City, and sex workers are even more vulnerable. This raw and deeply affecting portrait of Kenya gives an insider’s view of the impact that violence has on the community, and how complex life is for them. The film begins shortly after Kenya witnesses her friend Paola being murdered by a client. The film follows Kenya closely. Will the family accept burying Paola as she was: a flamboyant trans woman? Kenya approaches Paola’s loved ones with great respect and understanding—something she rarely experiences herself. When the murderer is released, she embarks on a lengthy battle for justice, backed up by her “sisters.”
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gisela Delgadillo
- Screenplay & Story
- Gisela Delgadillo
- Original Title
- Kenya
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Release Date
- 11/11/2022
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gisela Delgadillo
Gisela Delgadillo
Juan Miguel Nasra, Gisela Delgadillo
Leandro Motta
Gisela Delgadillo
Department Leadership Roster
Juan Miguel Nasra
Director of Photography
Gisela Delgadillo
Director
Gisela Delgadillo
Screenplay
Gisela Delgadillo
Producer
Leandro Motta
Editor
Gisela Delgadillo
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Kenya.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kenya
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What is Kenya about?
Trans women face extreme violence in Mexico City, and sex workers are even more vulnerable. This raw and deeply affecting portrait of Kenya gives an insider’s view of the impact that violence has on the community, and how complex life is for them. The film begins shortly after Kenya witnesses her friend Paola being murdered by a client. The film follows Kenya closely. Will the family accept burying Paola as she was: a flamboyant trans woman? Kenya approaches Paola’s loved ones with great respect and understanding—something she rarely experiences herself. When the murderer is released, she embarks on a lengthy battle for justice, backed up by her “sisters.”
Who directed Kenya?
Kenya was directed by Gisela Delgadillo.
Who stars in Kenya?
The principal cast of Kenya includes Not specified.
When was Kenya released and how long is it?
Kenya was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.