This celebrated and inspired vision is the first and only Xhosa version of Bizet's classic opera. In this case, the timeless tale of love, desire, erotic obsession, jealousy, revenge and madness rage against the backdrop Khayelitsha.
A love of freedom and passionate courage drives the sensual, independent Carmen (Malefane) despite the desolation of her surroundings. But her fierce determination and indomitable spirit is tested when she falls in love with the impulsive and obsessed policeman, Jongikhaya (Tshoni). Fuelled by bleak choices, the tempestuous relationship disintegrates with tragic consequences.
Leading South African cinema from the front, U-Carmen presents an authentic, vivid and multi-layered film that is both quintessentially South African, and universally human.
Courtesy of Ster-Kinekor
Starring:
Pauline Malefane, Andiswa Kedama, Lungelwa Blou
