Because I am (2016)

Being LGBT in Zimbabwe

Based on a poem by a Zimbabwean LGBT activist written in response to the gay hate speech that is being perpetuated president Robert Mugabe. The film was shot in South East London UK with a cast of six women from several African countries playing multiple roles in this portrayal of being a lesbian in homophobic Zimbabwe. Five of the actors and the producer are refugees who fled their countries in fear of persecution for their sexuality.

• Release Date: 2016-08-12
• Runtime: 0h 5min
• Production Company: Hona Africa
• Production Country: United Kingdom
• Director: Lawrie Zidyana