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201925 minPG-13documentary

Gay Men Brutally Targeted in Cape Town

201925 minPG-13documentary

Gangsters in Cape Town were implicated in the brutal targeting and massacre of individuals associated with a gay massage parlour in 2003.

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Channel: Journeyman Pictures

Gay Men Brutally Targeted in Cape Town

2019• 25 minPG-13

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Gangsters in Cape Town were implicated in the brutal targeting and massacre of individuals associated with a gay massage parlour in 2003.

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The targeting of gay men in Cape Town highlights a disturbing trend of violence against the LGBTQ+ community. This documentary examines the brutal attacks linked to local gangsters, focusing on the tragic events surrounding a gay massage parlour massacre in 2003. Through interviews and firsthand accounts, the film sheds light on the pervasive homophobia and societal challenges faced by gay individuals in South Africa, raising awareness about the urgent need for protection and justice.

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