A Chip of Glass Ruby
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.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Muthal Naidoo
Mrs. Bhamjee
Kessie Govender
Yusuf Bhamjee
Shayeda Shaik
Girlie
Chris Pillay
Jimmy Bhamjee
Surikumari Pillay
Amina Bhamjee
Naeem Dinath
Farouk Bhamjee
Waheeda Jooma
Farida Bhamjee
Inayet Khan
Ahmed Bhamjee
Karen Pillay
Dr. Abdul Khan
Bernadette Masala
Mrs. Ndawo
Dan Poho
Mr. Mashishi
Miriam Ismael
Mrs. Hassim
Johan Bernard
Secutity Policeman
Jackie Bosman
Morrison Gampu
Customer
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ross Devenish
- Screenplay & Story
- Nadine Gordimer
- Original Title
- A Chip of Glass Ruby
- Country of Origin
- Lesotho, South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
- Production Studios
- Profile Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ross Devenish
Nadine Gordimer
Department Leadership Roster
Ross Devenish
Director
Nadine Gordimer
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Chip of Glass Ruby
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What is A Chip of Glass Ruby about?
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.
Who directed A Chip of Glass Ruby?
A Chip of Glass Ruby was directed by Ross Devenish.
Who stars in A Chip of Glass Ruby?
The principal cast of A Chip of Glass Ruby includes Muthal Naidoo, Kessie Govender, Shayeda Shaik, Chris Pillay, Surikumari Pillay.
When was A Chip of Glass Ruby released and how long is it?
A Chip of Glass Ruby was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 56m.