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DVD Togetherness Supreme
 Run time: 94 min Rating: 7.9 Genres: Drama Director: Nathan Collett Writers: Nathan Collett, Mary Beth Fielder Stars: Wilson Maina, Geoffrey Jefferson Ong’ong’o, Martha Kisaka |
| Storyline Based on true events and the ethnic conflict that tore apart a country. TOGETHERNESS SUPREME is the story of Kamau, an artist, searching for change in the midst of ethnic tension in the slums. Kamau goes against his father and his tribe to join the other side with his friend Otieno. Kamau and Otieno fight for political change for those living in dire poverty. After a presidential contested election, the slums erupt in violence and Kamau’s world is tore apart. Written by Hot Sun Films |
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| Plot Keywords: ethnic, slum, togetherness, election, nairobi kenya | |
| Details: Country: Kenya, Venezuela Release Date: 5 October 2010 (Canada) |
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DVD Togetherness Supreme
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A powerful docudrama that gives the audience insight into the every day life in Kibera, a large slum in Nairobi, Kenya. Kamau, an artist, and Otieno, an activist share a dream for a better future for all. Yet they are also rivals for Alice, the pastor's daughter. Kamau is conflicted because he fears revealing his tribal identity. He is also in conflict with his father, who represents the older generation which is firmly entrenched in tribalism.
The tensions between different tribal groups and the attempts to bring unity are placed in a balanced perspective, that offers the possibility of hope and reconciliation, even after the devastating violence following the Kenyan presidential election of December 2007. Outstanding performances by all of the non-professional cast. Cinematography that pulls the viewer into the beauty within the slum. Wonderful music and soundtrack using local musicians. Highly recommended for all audiences everywhere.