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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.
The Wound is a 2017 South African drama following Xolani, a factory worker who takes leave to mentor young men during a traditional Xhosa circumcision initiation ceremony in the Eastern Cape. Set in a remote mountain camp where masculine codes reign, the film explores Xolani's hidden identity when his secret attraction to another man is discovered by a defiant initiate from Johannesburg.
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NakhaneXolani
Bongile MantsaiVija
Niza Jay NcoyiniKwanda- Thobani MseleniBabalo
Gabriel MiniKhwalo- Zwelakhe MtsakaElder 1
- Menzeleli MajolaElder 2
- Gamelihle BovanaSicelo
- Halalisani Bradley CebekhuluLukas
- Inga QwedeNcedo
- Sibabalwe NgqayanaZuko
- Siphosethu NgcetaneNkosi
- Luyanda L. VunqoDompas
- Thando MhlontloNinja
- Anga NtsepeLesego
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The Wound Official Trailer | Kaleidoscope 2017
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When was The Wound released?
The Wound was released on April 19, 2017.
Where can I watch The Wound?
The film is available through major streaming platforms and digital retailers; check your local streaming services or VOD options for availability.
What language is The Wound in?
The film is in Xhosa, the language of the Xhosa people of South Africa, with subtitles available.
Who directed The Wound?
The Wound was directed by John Trengove in his feature film directorial debut.
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