Cane/Cain
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Exploring the intersections of migration, desire and intimacy between an Indian South African and a Pakistani migrant in urban Johannesburg - set against the backdrop of the recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. The past encounters the present, histories collide and bodies come together as these two men find a common language of communication that transcends the boundaries of race, nation and diaspora.
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- Jordache Ellapen
- Original Title
- Cane/Cain
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
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Jordache Ellapen
Michael Matsie
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Jordache Ellapen
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What is Cane/Cain about?
Exploring the intersections of migration, desire and intimacy between an Indian South African and a Pakistani migrant in urban Johannesburg - set against the backdrop of the recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. The past encounters the present, histories collide and bodies come together as these two men find a common language of communication that transcends the boundaries of race, nation and diaspora.
Who directed Cane/Cain?
Cane/Cain was directed by Jordache Ellapen.
Who stars in Cane/Cain?
The principal cast of Cane/Cain includes Lamar Bonhomme, Jesse Dullabh, Vivek Mehta.
When was Cane/Cain released and how long is it?
Cane/Cain was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 15m.