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201087 minPGdocumentary

Sunny Land

201087 minPGdocumentary

In South Africa, an unusual casino complex during apartheid welcomed patrons of all races, as explored through archival footage and visitor memories.

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Aljoscha Weskott,

Marietta Kesting

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In South Africa, an unusual casino complex during apartheid welcomed patrons of all races, as explored through archival footage and visitor memories.

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Aljoscha Weskottdirector

Marietta Kestingdirector

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In South Africa, an unusual casino complex operated during the apartheid era, welcoming patrons of all races. Filmmakers Marietta Kesting and Aljoscha Weskott revisit this peculiar chapter in history through a mix of archival footage and re-enactments based on visitors' memories. The 87-minute film presents a tone that leans towards the absurd, capturing the bizarre nature of a space that defied the segregation norms of its time.

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