AYANDA Trailer
Set in a vibrant community in Johannesburg, South Africa, Ayanda tells the story of a young woman who begins a journey of self-discovery. After tragedy strikes, Ayanda, the 21-year-old protagonist described as an Afro hipster, struggles to save her father’s car repair shop, and to keep his memory alive. She’s thrown into a world of greasy overalls, and has to deal with gender stereotypes as a girl in the world of mechanics.
This coming-of-age tale is directed by South African director Sara Blecher. It is the debut for lead actor Fulu Moguvhani, playing Ayanda. Ayanda also stars Jafta Mamabolo and Nthati Moshesh.
Ayenda held its world premiere screening at the 2015 LA Film Festival, and was awarded with the Special Jury Prize in the World Fiction Comptetition. It is currently being screened around the U.S.. No international release dates are currently known.
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