Sixth Happiness
Originally released in 1997. Sixth Happiness is a drama film. directed by Waris Hussein.
Starring Firdaus Kanga, Souad Faress, and Nina Wadia
Synopsis
Waris Hussein’s acclaimed drama is based on the autobiography of Firdaus Kanga, who stars in the lead role of Brit, a young man born with brittle bone disease, which causes him to have never grown beyond four feet tall. The film follows his sexual awakening whilst his family simultaneously disintegrates all around him. An extremely moving drama confronting stereotypes around disability, sexuality and race, featuring a powerhouse performance from Kanga.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 4, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
3.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sixth Happiness about?
Waris Hussein’s acclaimed drama is based on the autobiography of Firdaus Kanga, who stars in the lead role of Brit, a young man born with brittle bone disease, which causes him to have never grow...
Who directed Sixth Happiness?
Sixth Happiness was directed by Waris Hussein.
How long is Sixth Happiness?
Sixth Happiness has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Sixth Happiness released?
Sixth Happiness was released on October 4, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sixth Happiness?
The main cast of Sixth Happiness includes Firdaus Kanga, Souad Faress, Nina Wadia, Khodus Wadia, Indira Varma.