“If you only watch one film this year, let it be Izulu Lami.” Beeld, 21/8/09
“If you want to see a movie that will move you to the core and features a cast of unknowns who act their socks off, then you need to see Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky. Its young actors deliver a message of hope, love and redemption… the acting is superb… It’s a real cinematic gem.” – Estelle Sinkins, The Witness, 27/8/09
Hi Everyone,
I, like you, detest mass mails, but, this struck me quite powerfully because it falls within the HIV/AIDS sphere in which I work at HIV-911. I know that we have brilliant film and movie talent in our gorgeous country, and this movie is further evidence of it. Relevant, real and recognised, Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky is showing at cinemas around the country now – please go along and watch it, and pass this on to your friends and colleagues.
Thanks and big love,
Cath
“An extraordinary work of great power… a vision of the lives of children that I cannot recall seeing in any other South African-made film.” Barry Ronge, Sunday Times, 23//8/09
“The acting is superb… a real cinematic gem.” The Witness, 27/7/09
“Hands down one of the very best and most heartfelt local films that I have ever seen… See it at all costs. It is a precious local jewel.” Radio Sonder Grense, 21/8/09
“The Durban-grown film Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky has caused a stir wherever it has been shown around the world… The filmmakers say they wanted to tell a story about the increasing numbers of children in this country who are growing up without parents. ‘This is a story of hope and resilience,’ says director Madoda Ncayiyana. ‘The main character decides not to be a victim but to take her fate in her own hands.” – Sunday Independent, 16/8/09
Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky is an award-winning South African film that tells an authentic and uplifting story of courage and resilience through the eyes of two young children. Orphaned by HIV/AIDS, the 10-year-old girl and her 8-year-old brother embark on a journey from their rural homestead to the city, and in the process undergo a process of self-discovery and transformation. This unique film offers insight into the experiences of Orphaned and Vulnerable Children (OVC) from the perspective of those most affected by these national challenges, and is delivered in the actors’ mother tongue, isiZulu, which allows for rich and convincing performances. Not only is this a heartwarming local film, but it can serve as a potent tool for social and public health interventions and education both within South Africa and internationally.
Directed by Durban-based Madoda Ncayiyana, co-written by Julie Frederikse and Ncayiyana, and co-produced by KwaZulu-Natal’s Vuleka Productions, Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky has won several international awards: the Dikalo Prize for Best Feature Film from the Pan African International Film Festival at Cannes, the Audience Award for Best Film from the Tarifa African Film Festival in Spain, as well as the Best Actress Award for the film’s young star, Sobahle Mkhabase, and the SIGNIS Prize for Best Feature at the Zanzibar International Film Festival.
It is hoped that those affected by and/or working in the field of HIV/AIDS and OVC will recommend this groundbreaking feature film to colleagues and friends because it can bring greater awareness, understanding and compassion from the public around these vital social issues. Tell your friends and colleagues, forward this notice on email and via email lists so it stays in cinemas as long as possible.
For more information on Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky, please visit:http://www.mysecretsky.com/
Hey you, audience of twelve…
This struck me quite powerfully because it falls within the HIV/AIDS sphere in which I work at HIV-911. I know that we have brilliant film and movie talent in our gorgeous country, and this movie is further evidence of it. Relevant, real and recognised, Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky is showing at cinemas around the country now – please go along and watch it, and pass this on to your friends and colleagues.
Thanks and big love,
Cath
“If you only watch one film this year, let it be Izulu Lami.” Beeld, 21/8/09
“If you want to see a movie that will move you to the core and features a cast of unknowns who act their socks off, then you need to see Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky. Its young actors deliver a message of hope, love and redemption… the acting is superb… It’s a real cinematic gem.” – Estelle Sinkins, The Witness, 27/8/09
“An extraordinary work of great power… a vision of the lives of children that I cannot recall seeing in any other South African-made film.” Barry Ronge, Sunday Times, 23//8/09
“The acting is superb… a real cinematic gem.” The Witness, 27/7/09
“Hands down one of the very best and most heartfelt local films that I have ever seen… See it at all costs. It is a precious local jewel.” Radio Sonder Grense, 21/8/09
“The Durban-grown film Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky has caused a stir wherever it has been shown around the world… The filmmakers say they wanted to tell a story about the increasing numbers of children in this country who are growing up without parents. ‘This is a story of hope and resilience,’ says director Madoda Ncayiyana. ‘The main character decides not to be a victim but to take her fate in her own hands.” – Sunday Independent, 16/8/09
Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky is an award-winning South African film that tells an authentic and uplifting story of courage and resilience through the eyes of two young children. Orphaned by HIV/AIDS, the 10-year-old girl and her 8-year-old brother embark on a journey from their rural homestead to the city, and in the process undergo a process of self-discovery and transformation. This unique film offers insight into the experiences of Orphaned and Vulnerable Children (OVC) from the perspective of those most affected by these national challenges, and is delivered in the actors’ mother tongue, isiZulu, which allows for rich and convincing performances. Not only is this a heartwarming local film, but it can serve as a potent tool for social and public health interventions and education both within South Africa and internationally.
Directed by Durban-based Madoda Ncayiyana, co-written by Julie Frederikse and Ncayiyana, and co-produced by KwaZulu-Natal’s Vuleka Productions, Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky has won several international awards: the Dikalo Prize for Best Feature Film from the Pan African International Film Festival at Cannes, the Audience Award for Best Film from the Tarifa African Film Festival in Spain, as well as the Best Actress Award for the film’s young star, Sobahle Mkhabase, and the SIGNIS Prize for Best Feature at the Zanzibar International Film Festival.
It is hoped that those affected by and/or working in the field of HIV/AIDS and OVC will recommend this groundbreaking feature film to colleagues and friends because it can bring greater awareness, understanding and compassion from the public around these vital social issues. Tell your friends and colleagues, forward this notice on email and via email lists so it stays in cinemas as long as possible.
For more information on Izulu Lami/My Secret Sky, please go here