Dir. Nick Reding
81 mins | Kenya, UK | Kimaasai with English subtitles
Namurru Sararam, Ngoije Siloma, Purity Murkuk

Sarah is a young Maasai girl whose world shifts as her family faces a momentous decision: whether to adhere to traditional rites or embrace change. Unlike many girls in her community, Sarah has been allowed to attend school and has big dreams for her future. Her best friend Evelyn walks her to school every day yearning to learn as Sarah does.

Unbeknownst to Sarah, financial hardship has struck her family, and a wealthy suitor has offered a dowry for her hand in marriage. This proposal forces the family to consider FGC as part of the traditional pathway to marriage. As her mother weighs the advice of advocates against FGC, Sarah’s father struggles with the societal and economic pressures to conform to tradition.

Meanwhile, Evelyn faces her own battle as her family pushes her towards the cut in preparations for marriage.

Through the courage of young Maasai warriors advocating for change, Sarah begins to believe she might have a voice in her future. Sarah is a tale of resilience, love for culture, and the courage to dream beyond the limits imposed by society.

This screening is presented in collaboration with S.A.F.E and will be followed by a post screening panel discussion. All profits from this screening will go towards S.A.F.E’s charity.

BBFC Rating
CTBA 18

Venue: Studio 74, Exeter Phoenix

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