Orphans of Nkandla [2003]
Available digitallyHU_OSA_00002386
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Original Title
Orphans of Nkandla
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Language
English
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Published
United Kingdom : Woods, Brian, 2003.
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Physical Description
DVD-ROM (80 min.)
Contents Summary
Through intimate verité footage shot in South Africa during 2003 and 2005, "Orphans of Nkandla" chronicles a tale of heartbreaking pathos and breathtaking beauty, as we witness human tragedy unfurl against a backdrop of vast landscapes and rustic poverty in rural Zululand. Where the tarmac ends, so does the running water and electricity; nutritious food is a luxury; and medical choices are made on cost and availability rather than necessity.The girls and boys we meet live in the rural village of Nklanda, situated north of the South African city of Durban. These children share a common burden: one or both of their parents have died of AIDS, and they must now care for siblings and, in some cases, an infected parent. The film includes numerous scenes in which sisters and brothers are forced to forsake simple childhood pleasures in order to survive. Despite its grim subject matter, "Orphans of Nkandla" provides a measure of hope, primarily through the person of Sister Hedwig, a nun who works at the local hospital. Travelling tirelessly around the countryside in her truck, Sister Hegwick helps the orphans cope with their loss and grief, at the same time trying to relocate them in relatives' homes while getting the government to provide them with grants that will pay for their education. As we see, Sister Hedwick's efforts are sometimes rewarded, although the specter of AIDS is constantly clouding each of the children's future horizons.
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Duration: 01:20:00
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Copyright by Tru Visions Productions
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| Item Type | Current Location | Collection | Call Number | Volume Info | Shelving Location | Public Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DVD-ROM | OSA Film Library | OSA Film Library | - | - | - | - |
| DIGIFILM | OSA Film Library | OSA Film Library | FL Record 0655 | - | Audio Visual | Access Copy, MP4 format |
Orphans of Nkandla [2003]
Available digitallyHU_OSA_00002386
Moving ImageGeneral Information
Director/Creator
General Information
Original Title
Orphans of Nkandla
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Language
English
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Published
United Kingdom : Woods, Brian, 2003.
General Information
Physical Description
DVD-ROM (80 min.)
Contents Summary
Through intimate verité footage shot in South Africa during 2003 and 2005, "Orphans of Nkandla" chronicles a tale of heartbreaking pathos and breathtaking beauty, as we witness human tragedy unfurl against a backdrop of vast landscapes and rustic poverty in rural Zululand. Where the tarmac ends, so does the running water and electricity; nutritious food is a luxury; and medical choices are made on cost and availability rather than necessity.The girls and boys we meet live in the rural village of Nklanda, situated north of the South African city of Durban. These children share a common burden: one or both of their parents have died of AIDS, and they must now care for siblings and, in some cases, an infected parent. The film includes numerous scenes in which sisters and brothers are forced to forsake simple childhood pleasures in order to survive. Despite its grim subject matter, "Orphans of Nkandla" provides a measure of hope, primarily through the person of Sister Hedwig, a nun who works at the local hospital. Travelling tirelessly around the countryside in her truck, Sister Hegwick helps the orphans cope with their loss and grief, at the same time trying to relocate them in relatives' homes while getting the government to provide them with grants that will pay for their education. As we see, Sister Hedwick's efforts are sometimes rewarded, although the specter of AIDS is constantly clouding each of the children's future horizons.
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Bibliographic Information
Note
Duration: 01:20:00
Bibliographic Information
Copyright Status
Copyright by Tru Visions Productions
Holdings
DVD
Item Type
DVD
Current Location
OSA Film Library
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OSA Film Library
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-
Volume Info
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-
Public Note
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Digital Film