Seventeen-year-old Mosquito juggles studying for math tests and social life while living in a corrugated tin dwelling in Pretoria Township.
“The World Cup in a Pretoria township and the life of an ordinary family: the struggle for survival, teenager problems, business, stress at school and – vuvuzelas.”
Synopsis
Seventeen-year-old Mosquito juggles studying for math tests and social life while living in a corrugated tin dwelling in Pretoria Township.
Synopsis
Seventeen-year-old Mosquito lives in Extension 11 of Pretoria Township during the 2010 World Cup. She juggles schoolwork, friendships, and family challenges while her father, Steven, runs a tuck shop to attract World Cup tourists. Meanwhile, her mother struggles with mental illness. The film contrasts their life in corrugated tin homes with the excitement of the tournament, reflecting the hopes of South Africa's youth for a brighter future.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Mosquito, a teenager balancing school and life.
- See the impact of the World Cup on a local community.
- Follow the Mtsweni family's daily struggles and hopes.
Did You Know
- The film features a family living in Extension 11 of Pretoria Township.
- Mosquito, the main character, is seventeen years old.
- The documentary was released in 2011, coinciding with the World Cup.
- Mosquito's father, Steven, operates a tuck shop to attract tourists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year was 'Meanwhile in Mamelodi' released?
Meanwhile in Mamelodi was released in 2011.
What is the main focus of the documentary?
The documentary focuses on the daily life of the Mtsweni family living in Extension 11 of Pretoria Township during the 2010 World Cup.
Who directed 'Meanwhile in Mamelodi'?
The documentary was directed by Benjamin Kahlmeyer.
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