Inside Story
“His toughest opponent is the one he can't see.”
Synopsis
On a dusty soccer pitch in Malindi, Kenya young Kalu is an aggressive striker of the “Malindi Sharks,” who dreams of playing professional soccer. He’s a selfish player and a clear stand out on his team and knows he’s destined for glory. Then one day his life dramatically changes. Kalu gets an offer to play soccer on a second tier team in South Africa on the same day his father is killed in an accident and he unknowingly is exposed to the HIV virus. He makes the decision to go play soccer and send part of his salary back to home to his mother and sister.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Inside Story Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-01-30
Top Cast
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Kevin Ndege Mamboleo
Kalu
Kendra Etufunwa
Ify
Hakeem Kae-Kazim
Valentine
Fana Mokoena
Goodwill
S'Dumo Mtshali
Spkiri
Seth Zimu
Jabu
Jonathan Pienaar
RSA Scout
Ashley Dowds
Director
Joel Phiri
Solo
Rosemary Waweru
Mumbi
Mike Rewa
Baraka
Patrick Orayo Serro
Juma (Dad)
Christine Njeri
Rehema
Peter King Nzioki
Kalu's Coach
Regina Re
Miriam
Thulani Mamatu
Seilo
Mncedisi Shabangu
Zachman Ndoro
Matsubani Matse
Lucas
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rolie Nikiwe
- Screenplay & Story
- Sunu Gonera, Gillian Breslin, Darrel Bristow-Bovey
- Original Score
- Brendan Jury
- Original Title
- Inside Story
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Quizzical Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rolie Nikiwe
Sunu Gonera, Gillian Breslin, Darrel Bristow-Bovey, Roger Smith, Sheila Curran Bernard
Brendan Jury
Willie Nel
Melanie Jankes Golden
Department Leadership Roster
Sunu Gonera
Screenplay
George Webster
Visual Effects Supervisor
Aubrey Lovett
Stunt Coordinator
Rolie Nikiwe
Director
Gillian Breslin
Screenplay
Melanie Jankes Golden
Editor
Darrel Bristow-Bovey
Screenplay
Willie Nel
Director of Photography
Emilia Roux
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Inside Story
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What is Inside Story about?
On a dusty soccer pitch in Malindi, Kenya young Kalu is an aggressive striker of the “Malindi Sharks,” who dreams of playing professional soccer. He’s a selfish player and a clear stand out on his team and knows he’s destined for glory. Then one day his life dramatically changes. Kalu gets an offer to play soccer on a second tier team in South Africa on the same day his father is killed in an accident and he unknowingly is exposed to the HIV virus. He makes the decision to go play soccer and send part of his salary back to home to his mother and sister.
Who directed Inside Story?
Inside Story was directed by Rolie Nikiwe.
Who stars in Inside Story?
The principal cast of Inside Story includes Kevin Ndege Mamboleo, Kendra Etufunwa, Hakeem Kae-Kazim, Fana Mokoena, S'Dumo Mtshali.
When was Inside Story released and how long is it?
Inside Story was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Inside Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Inside Story was composed by Brendan Jury.