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Ian Yule
Bill Matthews
Ken Gampu
Khumalo
Tamara Franke
Tracy
Denny Fathe-Aazam
Inspector Spencer
Joshua Makawa
Fanyana
Oliver Tengende
Sipho
Jon Allen
The seducer
Jimmy Coburn
Jack, Tracy's Boyfriend
Ron Tornborn
Storekeeper
Ron Tornborn
Storekeeper
Sam Mathambo
Gardener
John Indi
Witchdoctor
Jane Kilalea
Policewoman
Debbie Brinkworth
Nurse
Vic Crous
First Warder
Dennis Hardman
Second Warder
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clive Harding
- Screenplay & Story
- Ian Yule
- Original Title
- Shamwari
- Country of Origin
- Zimbabwe
- Spoken Languages
- Chichewa; Nyanja, English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Four Jacks and a Jill
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clive Harding
Ian Yule
John F. Hume
Department Leadership Roster
Clive Harding
Director
Ian Yule
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Chain Gang Killings
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What is The Chain Gang Killings about?
Two prisoners, a white racist and a black man escape. They discover that the only way to survive is to bury their prejudice and rely on one another.
Who directed The Chain Gang Killings?
The Chain Gang Killings was directed by Clive Harding.
Who stars in The Chain Gang Killings?
The principal cast of The Chain Gang Killings includes Ian Yule, Ken Gampu, Tamara Franke, Denny Fathe-Aazam, Joshua Makawa.
When was The Chain Gang Killings released and how long is it?
The Chain Gang Killings was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.