Kapana
“A Namibian Love Story”
Synopsis
In Namibia, a country where sodomy is still a crime and gay relationships are stigmatized against, two lives intersect: George, a middle-class insurance broker living in central town, Windhoek, and Simeon, a kapana seller who lives in Katutura, Windhoek's township. Two secrets. One unlikely meeting in a bar.
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KAPANA FILM (OFFICIAL TRAILER)
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-11-22
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Mardi Gras Film Festival
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Philippe Talavera
- Screenplay & Story
- Senga Brockerhoff, Mikiros Garoes
- Original Title
- Kapana
- Country of Origin
- Namibia
- Spoken Languages
- English, Ndonga
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Ombetja Yehinga Organisation, ViiV/Positive Action
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Philippe Talavera
Senga Brockerhoff, Mikiros Garoes
Philippe Talavera
Department Leadership Roster
Senga Brockerhoff
Writer
Mikiros Garoes
Writer
Philippe Talavera
Producer
Philippe Talavera
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kapana
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What is Kapana about?
In Namibia, a country where sodomy is still a crime and gay relationships are stigmatized against, two lives intersect: George, a middle-class insurance broker living in central town, Windhoek, and Simeon, a kapana seller who lives in Katutura, Windhoek's township. Two secrets. One unlikely meeting in a bar.
Who directed Kapana?
Kapana was directed by Philippe Talavera.
Who stars in Kapana?
The principal cast of Kapana includes Simon Hanga, Adriano Visagie, Felicity Celento, Elize de Wee, Dawie Engelbrecht.
When was Kapana released and how long is it?
Kapana was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Kapana?
Kapana holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.