The Wound
Originally released in 2017. The Wound is a drama film. directed by John Trengove. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Nakhane, Bongile Mantsai, and Niza Jay Ncoyini
Synopsis
Eastern Cape, South Africa. A lonely factory worker, Xolani, takes time off his job to assist during an annual Xhosa circumcision initiation into manhood. In a remote mountain camp that is off limits to women, young men, painted in white ochre, recuperate as they learn the masculine codes of their culture. In this environment of machismo and aggression, Xolani cares for a defiant initiate from Johannesburg, Kwanda, who quickly learns Xolani's best kept secret, that he is in love with another man.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 19, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (60 votes)
Box Office
$142.7K
Worldwide gross
Language
XH
Original language
Country
South Africa
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Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- XH
- Revenue
- $142,684
Production Companies
- Riva Film
- ZDF/Arte
- Sampek Productions
- OAK Motion Pictures
- Urucu Media
- Cool Take Pictures
- Deuxième Ligne Films
- Figjam Entertainment
- Edition Salzgeber
- ZDF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Wound about?
Eastern Cape, South Africa. A lonely factory worker, Xolani, takes time off his job to assist during an annual Xhosa circumcision initiation into manhood. In a remote mountain camp that is off limi...
Who directed The Wound?
The Wound was directed by John Trengove.
How long is The Wound?
The Wound has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Wound released?
The Wound was released on April 19, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Wound?
The main cast of The Wound includes Nakhane, Bongile Mantsai, Niza Jay Ncoyini, Thobani Mseleni, Gabriel Mini.