Because I am (2016)
Based on a poem by a Zimbabwean LGBT activist written in response to the gay hate speech that is being perpetuated president Robert Mugabe. The film was shot in South East London UK with a cast of six women from several African countries playing multiple roles in this portrayal of being a lesbian in homophobic Zimbabwe. Five of the actors and the producer are refugees who fled their countries in fear of persecution for their sexuality.
- Country : United Kingdom
- Genre : Documentary
- Studio : Hona Africa
- Director : Lawrie Zidyana
- Cast : Millie Zidyana, Valerie Abiyou, Jocklyn Awoonor-Gordon, Sarah Bisholo, Skhumbumbuzo Khumalo, Nosa Muhlwa