South Africa’s queer stories are taking a big leap out of the closet later this month as the critically acclaimed documentary, ‘SKEEF’ starts streaming on local streaming platform Showmax from 23 November.
‘SKEEF’ made waves when it premiered last year thanks to its raw, honest stories from members in the queer community. Directed by local broadcaster professional Renaldo Schwarp, the documentary is an honest and unflinching examination of queer identity, told through the day-to-day experiences and moving personal stories of people across the country including the likes of comedian Marc Lottering, singer Joe Foster, and ‘Kanarie’ co-writer Charl-Johan Lingenfelder.
Amongst others, viewers will hear from Adnan Al Mouselli – a gay Syrian refugee, who had to flee his country in fear of his own life as well as, Cher Petersen, a transgender woman from Stellenbosch who, after years of battling with her identity, is using her life to educate people about the struggles that trans people in South Africa face.
“It’s going to make people uncomfortable; a few will be shocked or maybe even upset, but overall I think this documentary highlights the beauty, resilience, and diversity of our LGBTI community,” Schwarp tells us.“South Africans and our stories are so rich and diverse. I am elated that our stories and our queer lived experiences are given an opportunity to be heard and seen on a platform like Showmax.”
Since SKEEF’s debut at the kykNET Silwerskermfees in August 2019, it hit international waters and screened at the Cinema Diverse: The Palm Springs LGBTI Film Festival in the USA, and the US Toyota Woordfees in Stellenbosch.
Watch the official trailer here:
