Shadow Dancing (2004)
Original title: Umgidi
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Documentary about Sipho Singiswa's delayed rite of passage into manhood, the traditional circumcision of the Xhosa people in Africa. It also shows his brother Vuyo's refusal to take part in it himself, because, among other reasons, he is adopted and gay.
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What is Shadow Dancing about?
Documentary about Sipho Singiswa's delayed rite of passage into manhood, the traditional circumcision of the Xhosa people in Africa. It also shows his brother Vuyo's refusal to take part in it himself, because, among other reasons, he is adopted and gay.
How long is Shadow Dancing?
Shadow Dancing has a runtime of 48 minutes.