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202574 minGdocumentary

Where Two Oceans Meet

202574 minGdocumentary

A 25-year prison sentence separates Kulsum from her husband Phadiel as she raises their two children near the Cape of Good Hope.

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A 25-year prison sentence separates Kulsum from her husband Phadiel as she raises their two children near the Cape of Good Hope.

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Lulu Scottdirector

Lulu Scottwriter

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Kulsum lives in a township near the Cape of Good Hope, where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans converge but remain distinct. She cares for her two children while her husband, Phadiel, serves a 25-year prison sentence. The documentary captures the stark realities of life in this area, shaped by the legacy of apartheid and the challenges of single parenthood. It intertwines the natural beauty of the region with the personal struggles of its residents.

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