Poppie Nongena (2020)

Name: Poppie Nongena
Genre: Drama
Released: 2020
Duration: 95 min
Cast: Clementine Mosimane, Anna-Mart van der Merwe, Chris Gxalaba, Nomsa Nene, Deon Nebulane

1h 35m South Africa

Drama

Plot

Set in 1970s South Africa, Poppie Nongena navigates the harsh realities of life when her husband falls gravely ill, rendering her an illegal resident in her homeland due to oppressive laws. This poignant tale, inspired by a true story and adapted from Elsa Joubert's acclaimed novel, captures Poppie's struggle against institutional injustice and her determination to protect her family. As she confronts societal challenges, her resilience shines through, illustrating the profound impact of apartheid on personal lives and identity.

Cast

Clementine Mosimane Anna-Mart van der Merwe Chris Gxalaba Nomsa Nene Deon Nebulane Aphiwe Sithole Nicole Holm Letlotlo Zimkhitha Mohlabeng Thembalethu Ntuli Kathryn Beulah Rolanda Marais Dawid Minnaar Albert Pretorius