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Shorts package co-presented by: KDocs Film Festival


"Ukuqoqisa" - a form of storytelling by children, usually told with stones and rocks collected, as subjects of the story. Ukuqoqisa can also be considered an indigenous form of play, where one kid, narrates a story to the other kids. 


In this film, we are introduced to Sizani, a cute little girl, who decides to keep herself entertained through this form of play. What starts off as a cute and adorable form of storytelling, later turns into a shocking reality. A cruel encounter told through the lips and eyes of a child. We see an innocent child turn into a victim, and it seems no one around her is aware of the horror she has been exposed to.


Note: the screening of this film is preceded by a short introduction by the Director.

  • Year
    2023
  • Runtime
    12 minutes
  • Language
    isiZulu, English
  • Country
    South Africa
  • Content Warning
    contains sexual references and suggestions of rape
  • Director
    Nakesa Ndou
  • Cast
    Sinethemba Dianibe