Rafiki (2018)
Overview
Kena and Ziki long for something more. Despite the political rivalry between their families, the girls resist and remain close friends, supporting each other to pursue their dreams in a conservative society. When love blossoms between them, the two girls will be forced to choose between happiness and safety.
Production Companies
Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $181,316.00 |
| Original Language | sw |
| Popularity | 10.577 |
Directed By
Wanuri Kahiu
Crew
Wanuri Kahiu
Ruben Thorkildsen
Roman Paul
Reinier Selen
Isabelle Dedieu
Gerhard Meixner
Ronelle Loots
Simeon Pabst
Steven Markovitz
Georges Schoucair
Tobias Bilz
Marius van Graan
Adrian Baumeister
Wanuri Kahiu
Marie-Pierre Macia
Arya Lalloo
Tim Headington
Monica Arac de Nyeko
Wanuri Kahiu
Jenna Cato Bass
Frédéric Salles
Christopher Wessels
Mike Chege
Faith Mumo
Suki Kibunguri
Carol Sunday
Lwanda Jawar
Placzkowska Katarzyna
Marie Pascaud
Nini Wacera
Wambui Thimba
Corne Gildenhuys
Noemi Hampel
Fabrice Philip
Jacek Wiśniewski
TOP CAST
Samantha Mugatsia
Kena
Sheila Munyiva
Ziki
Jimmi Gathu
John Mwaura
Nini Wacera
Mercy
Dennis Musyoka
Peter Okemi
Patricia Amira
Rose Okemi
Neville Misati
Blacksta
Muthoni Gathecha
Mama Atim
Nice Githinji
Nduta
Charlie Karumi
Waireri
Vitalis Waweru
Tom
Hellen Aura
Elizabeth
Leila Weema
Elizabeth's Friend
Githae Njogu
Pastor
Patricia Kihoro
Josephine
Stephen Ruiru
Motorbike Passenger
Mburu Kimani
Delivery Truck Driver
Jane Wachu
Tuktuk Driver
Priscilla Wanjiku
Mrs. Machoko
Mary Wanjiku
Mrs. Ngugi
Edwin Owino
Otemi Rally Leader
Derrick Assetto
Police
Juliette Achieng'
Police
Justin Mirichii
Security Guard
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