Black Burns Fast
Synopsis
Black Burns Fast is a queer and quirky coming of age film set in at a prestigious boarding school in South Africa. 17-year-old adorkable Luthando is on track for a normal academic year, until Ayanda arrives at the school and forces her to rethink everything. In the aftermath, Luthando struggles with juggling multiple identities to avoid rejection from her mother and her schoolmates as she comes to terms with her sexuality.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2026-07-20
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne Queer Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sandulela Asanda
- Screenplay & Story
- Sandulela Asanda
- Original Score
- Sne Dladla
- Original Title
- Black Burns Fast
- Country of Origin
- South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- Xhosa
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Urucu Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sandulela Asanda
Sandulela Asanda
Sne Dladla
Kalya Kahan
Cait Pansegrouw, Elias Ribeiro, Helen Kuun
Department Leadership Roster
Sandulela Asanda
Director
Cait Pansegrouw
Producer
Sandulela Asanda
Writer
Elias Ribeiro
Producer
Kalya Kahan
Editor
Sne Dladla
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Burns Fast
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What is Black Burns Fast about?
Black Burns Fast is a queer and quirky coming of age film set in at a prestigious boarding school in South Africa. 17-year-old adorkable Luthando is on track for a normal academic year, until Ayanda arrives at the school and forces her to rethink everything. In the aftermath, Luthando struggles with juggling multiple identities to avoid rejection from her mother and her schoolmates as she comes to terms with her sexuality.
Who directed Black Burns Fast?
Black Burns Fast was directed by Sandulela Asanda.
Who stars in Black Burns Fast?
The principal cast of Black Burns Fast includes Esihle Ndleleni, Muadi Ilung, Mila Smith, Khensani Khoza, Ntsimedi Gwangwa.
When was Black Burns Fast released and how long is it?
Black Burns Fast was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Black Burns Fast?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Black Burns Fast was composed by Sne Dladla.