Valley of a Thousand Hills (2022) Movie Script
1
Ouch!
It is every parents wish
for their daughter
to arrive to this day
a day when they come of age.
You're now an adult, baby sister
My fathers last born
It's time to get married
Great ancestors.
Its time to get married now
Here's your daughter, Nosipho.
Today is a big day,
it's her coming of age ceremony.
Please be with her as she
starts her journey into womanhood.
Its time to get married now
Its time to get married now
You talk too my baby sister
My girl,
this is your gift for good behavior.
I trust that our ancestors
will be with you
on this journey of finding a husband.
Great ancestors!
My mom passed away
when I was 12 years old
Her passing devastated my father.
My father
is also a headman of our village.
He commands respect.
He is a shrewd man
feared by everyone
but deep down inside, he's gentle.
He is my father and I love him.
Well done,
there's still hope for our girls
in this village.
What a beautiful ceremony it was.
The event was so nice.
Gentlemen, it was a pleasure.
I have to take my leave now.
- Thank you.
- Thank you.
- Keep well.
- Thank you.
Thank you so much
If I had known that
I'd be arriving on your birthday
I would have brought you a great gift.
Where have you been?
We haven't seen you for ages.
Happy birthday.
Thank you very much.
You have grown.
You've grown into such a beautiful woman.
I see that you've bought a machine.
Of course.
Don't you want to go for a spin?
I'm sure
your parents want a lift back home.
Oh my goodness.
Hello, Thenjiwe.
I didn't see you there.
I enjoyed watching you dance in the field.
- When did you learn to dance like that?
- Hey, Mr Casanova.
Enough with the compliments already.
- Please leave us.
- What's with you?
- Are you now her spokesperson?
- Oh, stop it.
- Bye-bye. Go.
- I'll see you.
Stop it.
Mr Casanova?
He's such a nuisance.
Can we go now?
Now?
Or don't you want your gift?
But
Take this.
Please take it inside.
Gosh. We'll be back before he knows it.
Let's go.
Tell me
does your brother always have
to come in a new car?
Vika is a Lieutenant now
and he wants everyone
to see that he has money.
He left the village how long ago?
More than three years, I guess?
Yes.
Five years now.
But he is such a show off.
He's an attention seeker.
And he's not married yet?
Come on.
Vika, my brother getting married?
Say you're joking.
That's the day pigs will fly.
It would rain cats and dogs.
- Come on.
- That will never happen.
Serious.
Gosh.
Why are we even talking
about my boring brother anyway?
Because he's as boring as his sister.
- I'm boring?
- Yes, you are.
Why are we here?
Look there?
An unfinished house, Thenjiwe?
Come.
Hang on
I thought I'd be done
before your birthday, but
it came too quick.
What do you think?
This is your gift.
So all this time you've been disappearing,
you've been busy with this house?
And you thought I was cheating on you.
- No, I didn't.
- Yes, you did. You were mad at me.
It has always been your wish
for us to have a place of our own
far from the world
by the river.
- But I didn't think
- I'd do it?
Yes.
Uh-uh.
No.
This is crazy.
What will people say?
What will they say?
You mean your father?
Nosipho, your father
has given you the dagger
and you're now free from all his rules.
Can't you see?
This is what you've always wanted.
I'm not prepared for us to hide forever.
This will send my father
to an early grave.
You can't let your father
- control your entire life.
- My father is nothing like yours.
You're an adult now.
You must make your own decisions.
You're about to start
work at a school soon.
You're not dependent on your father.
This is your house too.
It's great
to see a new face around here.
I hope you will continue to stay
even after your internship ends.
Let me show you to your classroom.
You know
things haven't changed much.
I can't believe
that I'll work at a school
where I first met Thenjiwe.
Your name? Please give me your number.
Just your number, baby.
- Hey stop that nonsense. What's with you?
- Geez!
Are you alright?
I'm looking for Grade ten B.
Let me take you.
Don't mind those boys.
They're crazy.
But I will take care of you now.
They will never mess with you again.
Hey!
Settle down and listen.
This is Ms Mpanza.
She's the new student teacher.
She'll be taking this class
for the rest of the year.
So, I hope
you will treat her well. Okay?
Yes, sir!
Thank you.
Good morning, class.
Good morning, Miss.
My name is Ms Mpanza.
What happened here, dad?
They must have broken the fence
while fighting or escaping.
Let me try.
Ok. I have got it.
No man!
I need to buy
new wire mesh when I get paid.
Now listen my child
we have to find a way to mend it today.
You know your mother, she'll freak out
if she finds out
we let these goats escape.
Don't worry dad, they won't go out.
They're conditioned
to think that they're trapped in there.
- Let me have my cup.
- There you go.
I will try again later.
Yes.
Yah.
Gosh
Are you on your way already?
As you can see, my bags are packed.
I thought you'd stay a while.
Why are you leaving so quickly?
No way.
Your father and I under the same roof?
No way.
I love my peace.
I don't want to be stripped of my freedom.
Are you saying I'm in prison?
Listen, enough about prison talk.
I have a question.
Who was the boy you
and Thenjiwe went to yesterday?
What boy?
Don't deny it.
I saw you and Thenjiwe sneaking out.
And now?
Your father asked for you.
And you know who covered for you? I did.
That's why you're my favorite
aunt in the whole world.
Listen.
You don't have any other aunt
besides this one.
None.
Let's go back to that matter.
I want to know what's going on.
Wait
Could it be that Thenjiwe
is trying to hook you up with her brother?
Aunty, didn't you say
you left your windows open back home?
Maybe you don't have a fridge anymore.
Quickly go and check, Aunty.
I'm watching you.
You think I'm clueless like your father.
- Bye, bye.
- I'm too clever. I want the news.
- I see you.
- Bye-bye, Aunty.
I'll come back for that news.
I'm watching you.
You will tell me, I'll be back.
You will tell me.
Oh, Aunty
- Father.
- Yes?
Er
How about Aunty Kitty comes
and stays with you?
I mean, she lives alone.
I'm thinking of moving closer to work.
I think you will need someone
to help you around the house.
Nosipho.
Yes father.
You're an adult now
it's time you thought about your future,
about a husband.
A husband?
No
I don't want a husband. I don't.
You want to be like your aunt
who has no direction in life?
No. No.
I won't allow my reputation
to be tarnished like that.
I was just saying.
Get out, I want to sleep.
A bomb exploded in my hands.
I was just thinking, Thenjiwe.
Didn't you turn turn 21 few years ago?
Yes? So?
I must have missed
your coming of age ceremony.
Son
I'm glad you're home.
Everything will run smoothly now.
What is it?
- Is there a problem?
- No.
I agree with you that Thenjiwe
must have a coming of age ceremony.
- Of course.
- But people have started talking.
Started talking?
I have told dad
that I don't want the ceremony.
I don't see the need to waste money.
Come on.
Are you not worried
about what people will think?
That I'm not a virgin?
Uh-huh.
And how would you get married
if you don't do it?
Ahem!
I'm going to check the fence
so that the goats don't escape.
Did you fix it?
I am fixing it.
Goats are our livelihood.
Hey.
Come and give me a kiss.
Mr. Gumede complained that
his paint wasn't delivered yesterday.
That's not the only job I do.
- Boys!
- Yes Boss.
Take that paint and load it into the van.
Didn't I tell you that
I have my own business now?
Soon I will not be delivering
for your arrogant boss.
Pity, being a delivery boy suits you.
Maybe you should stick to it.
I sell building material.
I heard you're building a house.
I could sell it to you cheap.
I will be rich soon
and I will go and add cows
to your father's kraal.
My dad will never accept cows
from an idiot like you.
Please leave, I'm busy. Hey!
I'm watching you.
Where did you find that flower?
- It's beautiful.
- No, get rid of it.
That thing is poisonous.
- Such a beautiful flower. Poisonous?
- I'm telling you.
My father always told Vika and I
not to go anywhere near it.
You might just find yourself dead
if it finds a way into your mouth.
Nosipho.
- I'm just playing.
- You like to play.
- I was playing.
- You can't play with that.
You're so boring.
Argh.
So boring.
Come.
Imagine if you died.
After all the plans we have made?
I would eat it as well and die with you.
Oh so sweet. So, so sweet.
Stop it.
You though
You see up there?
Where?
Look up there.
Do you see the moon?
There's a woman inside it.
She has a baby on her back
and in her hand is a hoe.
And she's carrying wood on her head.
Uh-huh.
That's a stupid tale.
There's no woman in that moon.
The way you act so
casual about everything.
Tut.
Oh no!
I should be home.
What?
My father is waiting for me,
I haven't even cooked.
What?
Wait.
What?
- Just this one thing.
- What?
Please think about coming
and staying here with me.
I built this house for you.
Thenjiwe
I have to go. Bye-bye.
Father, supper is ready.
What time is it?
It was a hectic day at work today
that's why I was late.
Get this out of here.
I don't want it.
Are you still here?
I said take this food. I don't want it.
You must talk to your brother.
He will listen to you.
Have you told your father
that this will never happen?
Come on, Nosipho!
He can't marry you off just like that
let alone to my brother.
You must tell him.
But you must also talk to Vika.
Sure, I will talk to Vika
but you must play your part too.
Right after the house is finished,
we'll move in together, right?
- Right, Nosipho?
- Yes.
I even told my father
that I don't want to get married.
And what did he say?
He thought that it was a joke.
Nosipho, you have to tell him!
I'm not ready, Thenjiwe.
Things are fine the way
they are between you and I.
It can't stay like this forever.
Something's got to give.
I promise.
We will come up with a better plan.
Everything will be fine.
You owe me
for making me cook for your father.
You know that he doesn't like my stew.
Nosipho.
I'm not ignoring
what you've just said about your father.
I don't agree with
what your father is planning for you.
You know, Aunty
the plans I have for my life
don't involve a man at all.
Please talk to him, he'll listen to you.
Nosipho
you know how pig-headed your father is.
He never takes advice from anyone.
But let's try, Aunty. Please.
I beg you, please talk to him.
He might just listen to you.
Don't give me that look.
I will try, okay?
I will try to talk to him.
Goodness.
Tell me
how did you come to that decision?
Are you even ready for this?
Come on, Bhungane.
Do not speak as if
you don't know what mom is like.
Vika is ready to settle down.
The letter has already
been sent to the Mpanza family
and they have agreed on the date.
All this boy knows
is to blow money on himself
buy expensive cars
and buy alcohol
because he wants to show off.
The same alcohol you drink?
You see those cows?
They are mine.
If he wants them, he must get his own.
Son,
the cows in this family are yours too.
You have every right
to use them to take a wife.
Oh.
A family meeting?
Mmm!
So, I wasn't invited?
Or you didn't want me to know that
you're sending cows to Nosipho's family.
What does that have to do with you?
Don't worry Ma,
I know it has nothing to do with me.
Why would it, when your
favorite son is getting married?
Goodness me.
Tell me
what's going on between you and Ma?
Ever since I got here, I can tell that
you two are not getting on.
What's going on?
- Ma likes to control everyone.
- Stop it, Thenjiwe.
That can't be it.
Why are you marrying Nosipho?
- Huh?
- It was Ma's plan, right?
Come on.
Nosipho's your friend.
You went to the same school,
you should be happy
she's marrying your brother.
What's the problem?
There are plenty of girls here,
why would you choose Nosipho?
Wait, is there something I need
to know about her?
I'm just asking because every time I talk
about Nosipho you act strangely.
You've been acting weird ever
since I got here.
Every time I mention Nosipho
you attack me.
Is she dying?
- Is she sick?
- What?
Oh, there's a man.
- No.
- Then tell me what it is.
Don't make me beg. Spill it.
What's going on?
Don't worry, there's no guy in this
village who even comes close to me.
They are no match to me.
- You're full of yourself.
- You know I'm right.
You know that.
Nosipho
will get married into that family
and that's the end of it.
My brother, this is not right.
Oh! Do you want what happened to me
to happen to her too?
Hey! Don't compare yourself with Nosipho.
You left your marriage
to go galivanting in Johannesburg.
Brother, you're so quick to forget.
It was dad who forced
me into that marriage!
It's tradition!
Whose tradition, brother?
You always say it's tradition,
but whose tradition is it?
You and dad
forced me into a marriage
I never asked for.
You married me off to that disgusting man!
Hey! Hey, hey!
No woman will tell me
how to raise my child! You hear me?
You hear me?
My brother
I beg of you.
Don't do this.
I beg you brother.
I'm sorry.
It's okay.
I know how hard this is to you.
What do we do now?
Let's leave this place, Thenjiwe.
Apparently, people in the cities
live their lives as they see fit.
I will be with you every day,
and we can live our lives.
What about your new job?
It's just an internship.
I can still find a new job wherever we go.
Maybe after a year or so,
they'd have forgotten about me and Vika
and we'll find this house waiting for us.
- You know what?
- Yes?
Let's forget about this house.
All that matters is being with you.
It doesn't matter where we go.
Come here.
Argh man.
Thank you.
Tomorrow,
your family is coming home
to pay lobola.
I can't be there, Thenjiwe.
Then it's obvious
that we're leaving tonight.
Yes, it has to be tonight.
Are you sure about this?
- Your father is sick.
- I am sure, Thenjiwe.
If he can marry me off
Do you see over those hills?
There's a life waiting for us.
But your father
- I mean...
- My aunt is there.
She will take care of him.
She wants me to be happy.
Okay then.
In that case
The Durban beach is waiting for us.
There's something I want us to do
before we go.
Your aunt is a bad example to you.
As the daughter of a headman,
there's a certain way you should behave.
I know you read the letter
from the Radebes.
Father, please.
He's a good man
and he comes from a respectable family.
They will treat you well.
Huh?
What's going on here?
Thenjiwe.
I'm leaving, dad.
So, you were not going to say
anything to me or your mom?
She'll be very happy.
Don't talk like that.
You know it's true.
Where will you go?
I'm going to Durban.
Bye dad.
Thenjiwe.
I hope one day
you'll find it in your heart
to forgive me.
Your daughter
Nosipho.
Father.
Why aren't you asleep?
Is everything okay?
Who cooked?
It must have been your aunt
because the food was so spicy.
I'm sorry,
should I get you something?
No, don't worry, my girl.
I have already taken my pills.
Go to your room.
It's your big day tomorrow,
your groom is coming.
Go and rest.
- Father.
- Hm?
When I leave, please let Aunty Kitty come
and take care of you.
Nosipho.
How many times must I tell you
that I can't live with your aunt?
I told you that I'm fine.
Go to your room.
Okay.
- Nosipho.
- Yes, Father?
Sit here.
If that will put you at ease, fine
I will ask your aunt to move in.
But I must now put up
with her terrible food.
That disgusting soup she always makes
Come on, father.
Don't be like that.
Go to bed.
I'm sorry, I thought you
were someone else.
I have raised my daughter well.
She will never let you down.
Oh, here comes my son-in-law.
Welcome to the family.
Thank you sir.
- Yes.
- Oh.
Tell me
Your father tells me that
you will be going back to Pretoria soon.
Yes sir.
Then the wedding must happen soon.
I hear you sir.
May I come in?
Good afternoon.
So now you just walk into
my kitchen anyhow?
Let's give them some space.
I was with your father outside.
He looks happy.
He told me that everything went well.
Nosipho don't be shy around me.
You and I will be married soon.
Who said I was shy?
It's okay to be nervous
I am too.
I don't know
what you're rambling on about.
Don't do this.
Don't act as if we're strangers.
We practically grew up together.
Have you ever asked yourself
if I wanted to marry you?
I might be in love with someone else.
What's so funny?
Nosipho, don't make this difficult.
I have always liked you.
That's news to me, I didn't know that.
You know
if you and I were to have kids
they would be beautiful.
- You just don't understand.
- What don't I understand?
I don't want all this.
It's my father who wants this, not me.
You will enjoy being married to me.
- Hello Mo?
- Ma'am.
I'm looking for Thenjiwe, is she here?
She resigned.
- Oh.
- Didn't she tell you?
No. Thank you.
Fine.
Thenji!
Thenji!
Thenjiwe.
Thenjiwe, where are you?
Tsk-tsk.
I don't approve of a wife who drinks.
But
how about we go to my place
to finish off these drinks?
Leave me alone!
Or else what?
Your breath stinks.
Guys
watch out for this one,
she will snatch your girlfriends from you.
One night with me
and you will never look back.
I thought
you were taking me home.
Let's stop by here first.
And just spend some time together
and get to know each other better
before we get married.
Don't you want to stretch your legs a bit?
No, I'm fine.
I was talking to your father
- about the wedding arrangements.
- Oh.
Why would you talk to my father
about our wedding?
Who are you marrying?
Your father knows what he wants
and I respect him.
A lot.
Nosipho, you don't have to worry
my family loves you.
A lot.
Your family?
What about you?
There's something important
I'd like us to discuss.
After the wedding
I can't take you with me.
You'd have to stay with my family.
But
I will come and see you from time to time
unless I get sent on a faraway mission,
then that will be a problem.
But I promise
I will be back.
I hope you don't have a problem.
Wait.
So, we're going to get married
and after that you will leave?
I want to take you with me
- but the bedrooms there...
- No, don't worry.
I don't have a problem, you can go.
I will stay.
- Uh?
- Yes.
I don't have the slightest problem.
This can actually work.
Hang on. What are you saying?
You mean to tell me
this doesn't bother you one bit?
- Not at all.
- Wow.
Thenji.
Thenji.
Thenjiwe.
Please listen, I have something to say.
I had already packed
my bags, it's just that...
Don't you dare!
You suggested we leave, not me.
I know, but all this is not easy for me.
I'm not like you.
Excuse me, I have a house to build.
Thenjiwe, please listen.
Maybe I have a better plan.
How do I believe anything
that comes out of your mouth?
I've been such a fool.
I quit my job.
I waited for you. Thinking you'd show up.
While you were busy
planning a wedding with my brother!
Thenjiwe, would you please listen to me?
My plan might just work.
Vika is going back to Pretoria
in a few weeks from now.
Vika is my brother, I know all that. So?
That means I will move into your home
marry him, he will leave
then you and I will be together.
This work for us, can't you see?
I'm not listening to this crazy talk.
Okay, I may be crazy
but it will work for us.
Not me.
Thenjiwe, my father is a
respectable man in the community.
And as his daughter I have
an obligation to fulfil.
You know what?
Go on and please everyone
else, but yourself.
As for me
don't involve me in this.
Thenjiwe. Thenjiwe.
Thenjiwe, I need you.
You know, Aunty
I know you didn't want to come
and stay with dad.
I'm only doing this
for you and your mother.
Oh Lord, may her soul rest in peace.
I still maintain, Nosipho
this is the biggest mistake of your life.
Don't pull so hard, Aunty.
I'm trying to knock some sense,
into this senseless brain of yours.
You know, Aunty
I don't think my marriage
will turn out as bad as yours.
That was a mess.
Let me ask you a simple question
are you even in love?
There you go.
But this thing
this thing will work for us.
It will work.
Hang on.
It will work for who?
Don't mind me, I was just saying.
We are watching.
I know I said
I don't wish to be married
But this is different.
Thenjiwe and I will be together forever.
That I'm sure about.
I am the man here
that is why you are holding me.
You will get hurt.
You will get hurt,
look where you are going.
You can't tell me that.
Bride,
we've brought your husband.
Boys I'm am your king,
you do as I say.
- I'm the man.
- Vika, you're the man.
Bride, bride!
Move, move!
Wow! Who is this?
See how pretty she is?
Can you see her?
Whoa, whoa.
Thank you, guys.
You see now, I'm in my house.
Where is my bride?
Where are you my bride?
My Bride?
I'm the man
there is no one like me.
No matter what people say.
She said
Shouldn't you be with your husband?
He's fast asleep.
- Can I come with you?
- What?
To your room.
What are you doing?
Thenjiwe,
hit me, do whatever you like.
I know I'm stupid
but I did all this for us.
So you think sneaking
around like children will help?
I can't do this.
These are people's lives
you're messing with.
Come.
- How do I touch you after...
- No
Vika and I haven't done anything.
And
I told you, you'd be my first.
- No, hey!
- Goodness. Hey, come back.
Hey!
Another small one.
Oh no.
Thenjiwe.
Thenjiwe, have you seen my wife?
Well, this has cleared things up.
What's going on here?
What's going on here?
Take your wife and go,
I want to talk to Thenjiwe.
Not before you tell me exactly
what's going on here?
I'll tell you what's going on.
- Nosipho and I are...
- Hey, shut up!
Nosipho and I are in love.
We've been dating way
before you came into the picture.
You're lying!
Oh really?
Why not ask your wife?
Nosipho.
Nosipho.
I'm married now.
Mm.
Really, Nosipho?
Where are you going?
This is all your fault.
How long have I been telling you
that you're demon-possessed.
- Mom, I'm not demon-possessed.
- You have to get exorcised.
Son
Mom, why didn't you
tell me about this all this time?
- I was still trying to fix it.
- You were trying?
- I was...
- You telling me, you were still trying?
They fornicate in front of you and all
you can say is that you were trying?
Huh?
Hey you.
Did Thenjiwe make you do this?
Is it Thenjiwe?
So after all this, what will you do?
Get up and go fix this with your husband
before it gets to your father.
Now listen here.
I won't let you
disgrace this family.
Are we clear?
Get up and go to your husband
so you can fix all this.
Goodness!
I don't owe your father anything.
If you bleed
don't let it scare you
that happens when you sleep
with a man for the first time.
Now tell me
how long have you known about this?
It was when we received threats
against the family.
They threatened to burn down
our house and chase us out of here.
What?
Yes.
You forced me into this marriage
knowing very well what was going on.
No, son.
I didn't know that
Thenjiwe had involved this child in this.
In fact, Thenjiwe is
demon-possessed, she's-
Zodwa! Zodwa!
The way Thenjiwe behaves
clearly indicates
she is possessed by demons.
She should be taken
to traditional healers for treatment.
Otherwise we're all going to
be crucified because of her.
So what are you waiting for?
For people to attack us
before you do something?
My daughter's just different.
You hear that?
I'm regarded as crazy by this family
when I say her demons must be dealt with
by traditional healers
What are you doing as a family?
None of you are supporting me.
Forgive me dad,
but in this,
- I stand with mom.
- Exactly.
I'll put an end to all this.
Exactly.
Hey you, what are you up to?
- Are you crazy, Thenjiwe?
- I'm leaving.
She's yours, you can have her.
Hey, hey! You will not
talk to me like that.
Who the hell do you think you are?
You don't need to worry about me.
I'm done with this family anyway.
Too bad
you'll always be a part of this family,
whether you like it or not.
You can go, just know whatever
you do comes back to me.
Are we clear?
- Why is everything always about you?
- You will go
and rid yourself of demons.
And what if I refuse to do it?
You'll shoot me?
Huh?
Vika, if you paid attention
you'd know that I've never liked boys.
All you care about is yourself.
I've made a decision to leave this family.
- I will never embarrass you again.
- You already have.
Right now we're the laughing
stock, all because of you.
Thenjiwe, you will go and
seek help, are we clear?
- Walk.
- Yes, I'm walking.
You're just wasting time,
I don't know why you're resisting, come.
- I can walk by myself.
- Walk, walk. Come. Get in.
- Thenjiwe! Thenjiwe!
- Hey, where are you going?
- Thenjiwe! Thenjiwe!
- Hey, where are you going?
Ah, she's gone.
We did this for Thenjiwe's own good.
It will help her in the end.
Don't allow her to influence you
into being like her.
Unless you want to be like her.
Huh?
From now on,
you will behave like
a married woman.
- Makhosi!
- Makhosi.
Please wear this around your waist.
Pants and shoes are not allowed in here.
Please kneel so we can go inside.
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Nosipho?
This is not the way I raised her.
My son, maybe we got worried too soon.
She probably went to her friends.
Let's go home, maybe she's back.
- It's not your fault, sir.
- Yes.
My mom is right
maybe we're just worried for nothing.
- Exactly.
- She'll come back.
Yes.
Sorry for worrying you with this.
Keep well.
Don't say a word.
Why?
Are you afraid I'll ask
if Nosipho left her marriage?
I said, shut...
What is it?
- What's happening?
- Hurry, get my pills.
Oh.
It is a disaster
It is a disaster
A disaster happened
It is a disaster
A disaster happened
It is a disaster
A disaster happened
It is a disaster
A disaster happened
It is a disaster
A disaster happened
It is a disaster
Hey, Nosipho
thank you for coming back.
Where were you all this time?
Does your father know about all this?
Nosipho
I'm sorry.
Our marriage shouldn't
have started the way it did.
It's just that I was
shocked
and angry.
I hope you'll also realize why
I did what I did.
We sleep on grass mats here.
You will sleep on that side,
and I will sleep here.
You're so quiet.
How long have you lived here?
I've been here for eleven months now.
Eleven is my favorite number.
Really? Me too.
You've been here for a while, hey.
So when do you graduate?
My family's trying to come up
with the money for the ceremony.
I shouldn't be here.
There must be a reason
why your family brought you here.
What happened?
Did you have unusual dreams?
Or
maybe an illness you endured.
Gobela is the one who will diagnose you
with the help of your ancestors.
After that you'll know
whether you're staying or not.
Or if maybe you just need
to perform a minor ritual.
You don't choose to be here,
your ancestors choose your path.
Thenjiwe, Thenjiwe.
Get dressed, Gobela wants to see you.
Makhosi.
Makhosi!
Makhosi!
Makhosi!
Makhosi!
Makhosi!
Makhosi
Your spirit is heavy.
My spirit refuses to connect with yours.
Take your child and go home.
- What?
- There's nothing I can help you with.
My goodness!
I paid for her treatment,
now you want me to take her home?
What you believe about
your child is not true.
She has no ancestral calling,
nor is she possessed by demons.
Then what do you call
this lifestyle of hers?
The way she behaves, what do you call it?
The moment I stepped inside this hut,
I could sense that you're a fraud.
You're a fake sangoma.
You don't know what you're doing.
Then you're welcome to go
and consult other traditional healers.
Say no more.
Listen here my child
let's go.
Get up and let's go.
Here we are dealing with a fake sangoma.
Let's go to a real sangoma,
who went to initiation school
and not be made a fool of by this crook.
Get up, let's go.
If you don't follow me now,
don't ever set your foot
in my house again.
We're being crooked here.
She's taken all my money
now she's chasing me out.
Such a crook.
You know
some people belittle us
Whoever it was that poisoned
her mind with a belief that
if you have feelings for someone
of the same gender, you are possessed.
I swear on my ancestors,
all of them combined.
I never want to see
that woman in this yard again.
I don't like that woman
who just walked out of that door.
I don't need her here.
But my girl,
if you wish to continue to stay here
you may stay.
Your mother has already paid
for you to stay here.
But like I said
I won't lie to you
and say I can help you
because you haven't been
bewitched, nor are you ill.
You were born this way.
Where have you been?
I went to get some fresh air.
I can see it helped.
Nosipho,
I want us to try again.
If you would allow me.
I will sleep in Thenjiwe's room tonight.
And I don't hate you, Vika.
I don't care about everything
you've done to me, I'm fine.
To answer your question
Thenjiwe didn't force me,
she and I are in love.
As I walk out of that gate
I will look for her
so that we can fix things.
Keep well.
What!
Hey, please sit properly,
like school children.
It's time to spruce up this classroom,
so pick up all these papers. Are we clear?
- Yes!
- Are we clear?
Yes!
- How are you?
- Makhosi.
- Fine, thanks and you?
- I'm fine, thanks.
Is Thenjiwe here?
Yes, she's here. I'll take you to her.
Please.
- Okay, please follow me.
- Okay.
I don't live at your home anymore
and I've broken up with Vika.
Congratulations.
Are you okay Are you happy living here?
Yes, I'm great.
I'm ready,
let's go
and build our home together.
The house was a gift to you.
You can keep it.
Come on, Thenjiwe.
What do you want me to say, Nosipho?
After what we had
and what you did.
You just threw it all away.
Maybe my coming here wasn't a good idea.
Maybe you're right.
Who called you anyway?
Father, I've decided to divorce Vika.
I didn't want this marriage to begin with.
Besides, I'm in love with someone else.
We've been together for a long time.
And she happens to be a woman.
My happiness is with Thenjiwe.
Father!
Am I dreaming?
Thenjiwe.
Hello my baby
Hello my baby hello my sweet
Hello my baby hello my sweet
Hello my baby hello my sweet
Hello my baby
Hello my joy
Hello my darling
Hello my lover boy
Hello my darling
Hello my lover boy
Thank you
for coming back to me.
Hello my sweet heart
My lover boy
Hello my joy
My heart keeper
Hello my sweetie
Gents,
load everything into the car.
- It's Zenzele.
- Shh
Load everything.
Ha!
Look what I just walked in on.
You came to steal out stuff Zenzele. Huh?
Gents, this is a party but we
weren't invited.
Let's go
before any more damage is done.
- This is a bonus.
- Oh, man!
You want to be the only one who has fun.
We'll all take turns.
Piss off, we don't take turns.
Hold her tight,
Make her see how you treat girls.
This was not part of the plan.
You're right Thenjiwe,
the colour suits us.
Do you see that this house
is exactly what we wanted it to be?
Let's go inside.
Imagine if you died.
After all the plans
we have made?
I would eat it as well and die with you.
Oh so sweet. So so sweet.
Stop it.
You though
You see up there?
- Where?
- Look up there.
Do you see the moon?
Subtitle translation by: Sphesihle Nkosi
Ouch!
It is every parents wish
for their daughter
to arrive to this day
a day when they come of age.
You're now an adult, baby sister
My fathers last born
It's time to get married
Great ancestors.
Its time to get married now
Here's your daughter, Nosipho.
Today is a big day,
it's her coming of age ceremony.
Please be with her as she
starts her journey into womanhood.
Its time to get married now
Its time to get married now
You talk too my baby sister
My girl,
this is your gift for good behavior.
I trust that our ancestors
will be with you
on this journey of finding a husband.
Great ancestors!
My mom passed away
when I was 12 years old
Her passing devastated my father.
My father
is also a headman of our village.
He commands respect.
He is a shrewd man
feared by everyone
but deep down inside, he's gentle.
He is my father and I love him.
Well done,
there's still hope for our girls
in this village.
What a beautiful ceremony it was.
The event was so nice.
Gentlemen, it was a pleasure.
I have to take my leave now.
- Thank you.
- Thank you.
- Keep well.
- Thank you.
Thank you so much
If I had known that
I'd be arriving on your birthday
I would have brought you a great gift.
Where have you been?
We haven't seen you for ages.
Happy birthday.
Thank you very much.
You have grown.
You've grown into such a beautiful woman.
I see that you've bought a machine.
Of course.
Don't you want to go for a spin?
I'm sure
your parents want a lift back home.
Oh my goodness.
Hello, Thenjiwe.
I didn't see you there.
I enjoyed watching you dance in the field.
- When did you learn to dance like that?
- Hey, Mr Casanova.
Enough with the compliments already.
- Please leave us.
- What's with you?
- Are you now her spokesperson?
- Oh, stop it.
- Bye-bye. Go.
- I'll see you.
Stop it.
Mr Casanova?
He's such a nuisance.
Can we go now?
Now?
Or don't you want your gift?
But
Take this.
Please take it inside.
Gosh. We'll be back before he knows it.
Let's go.
Tell me
does your brother always have
to come in a new car?
Vika is a Lieutenant now
and he wants everyone
to see that he has money.
He left the village how long ago?
More than three years, I guess?
Yes.
Five years now.
But he is such a show off.
He's an attention seeker.
And he's not married yet?
Come on.
Vika, my brother getting married?
Say you're joking.
That's the day pigs will fly.
It would rain cats and dogs.
- Come on.
- That will never happen.
Serious.
Gosh.
Why are we even talking
about my boring brother anyway?
Because he's as boring as his sister.
- I'm boring?
- Yes, you are.
Why are we here?
Look there?
An unfinished house, Thenjiwe?
Come.
Hang on
I thought I'd be done
before your birthday, but
it came too quick.
What do you think?
This is your gift.
So all this time you've been disappearing,
you've been busy with this house?
And you thought I was cheating on you.
- No, I didn't.
- Yes, you did. You were mad at me.
It has always been your wish
for us to have a place of our own
far from the world
by the river.
- But I didn't think
- I'd do it?
Yes.
Uh-uh.
No.
This is crazy.
What will people say?
What will they say?
You mean your father?
Nosipho, your father
has given you the dagger
and you're now free from all his rules.
Can't you see?
This is what you've always wanted.
I'm not prepared for us to hide forever.
This will send my father
to an early grave.
You can't let your father
- control your entire life.
- My father is nothing like yours.
You're an adult now.
You must make your own decisions.
You're about to start
work at a school soon.
You're not dependent on your father.
This is your house too.
It's great
to see a new face around here.
I hope you will continue to stay
even after your internship ends.
Let me show you to your classroom.
You know
things haven't changed much.
I can't believe
that I'll work at a school
where I first met Thenjiwe.
Your name? Please give me your number.
Just your number, baby.
- Hey stop that nonsense. What's with you?
- Geez!
Are you alright?
I'm looking for Grade ten B.
Let me take you.
Don't mind those boys.
They're crazy.
But I will take care of you now.
They will never mess with you again.
Hey!
Settle down and listen.
This is Ms Mpanza.
She's the new student teacher.
She'll be taking this class
for the rest of the year.
So, I hope
you will treat her well. Okay?
Yes, sir!
Thank you.
Good morning, class.
Good morning, Miss.
My name is Ms Mpanza.
What happened here, dad?
They must have broken the fence
while fighting or escaping.
Let me try.
Ok. I have got it.
No man!
I need to buy
new wire mesh when I get paid.
Now listen my child
we have to find a way to mend it today.
You know your mother, she'll freak out
if she finds out
we let these goats escape.
Don't worry dad, they won't go out.
They're conditioned
to think that they're trapped in there.
- Let me have my cup.
- There you go.
I will try again later.
Yes.
Yah.
Gosh
Are you on your way already?
As you can see, my bags are packed.
I thought you'd stay a while.
Why are you leaving so quickly?
No way.
Your father and I under the same roof?
No way.
I love my peace.
I don't want to be stripped of my freedom.
Are you saying I'm in prison?
Listen, enough about prison talk.
I have a question.
Who was the boy you
and Thenjiwe went to yesterday?
What boy?
Don't deny it.
I saw you and Thenjiwe sneaking out.
And now?
Your father asked for you.
And you know who covered for you? I did.
That's why you're my favorite
aunt in the whole world.
Listen.
You don't have any other aunt
besides this one.
None.
Let's go back to that matter.
I want to know what's going on.
Wait
Could it be that Thenjiwe
is trying to hook you up with her brother?
Aunty, didn't you say
you left your windows open back home?
Maybe you don't have a fridge anymore.
Quickly go and check, Aunty.
I'm watching you.
You think I'm clueless like your father.
- Bye, bye.
- I'm too clever. I want the news.
- I see you.
- Bye-bye, Aunty.
I'll come back for that news.
I'm watching you.
You will tell me, I'll be back.
You will tell me.
Oh, Aunty
- Father.
- Yes?
Er
How about Aunty Kitty comes
and stays with you?
I mean, she lives alone.
I'm thinking of moving closer to work.
I think you will need someone
to help you around the house.
Nosipho.
Yes father.
You're an adult now
it's time you thought about your future,
about a husband.
A husband?
No
I don't want a husband. I don't.
You want to be like your aunt
who has no direction in life?
No. No.
I won't allow my reputation
to be tarnished like that.
I was just saying.
Get out, I want to sleep.
A bomb exploded in my hands.
I was just thinking, Thenjiwe.
Didn't you turn turn 21 few years ago?
Yes? So?
I must have missed
your coming of age ceremony.
Son
I'm glad you're home.
Everything will run smoothly now.
What is it?
- Is there a problem?
- No.
I agree with you that Thenjiwe
must have a coming of age ceremony.
- Of course.
- But people have started talking.
Started talking?
I have told dad
that I don't want the ceremony.
I don't see the need to waste money.
Come on.
Are you not worried
about what people will think?
That I'm not a virgin?
Uh-huh.
And how would you get married
if you don't do it?
Ahem!
I'm going to check the fence
so that the goats don't escape.
Did you fix it?
I am fixing it.
Goats are our livelihood.
Hey.
Come and give me a kiss.
Mr. Gumede complained that
his paint wasn't delivered yesterday.
That's not the only job I do.
- Boys!
- Yes Boss.
Take that paint and load it into the van.
Didn't I tell you that
I have my own business now?
Soon I will not be delivering
for your arrogant boss.
Pity, being a delivery boy suits you.
Maybe you should stick to it.
I sell building material.
I heard you're building a house.
I could sell it to you cheap.
I will be rich soon
and I will go and add cows
to your father's kraal.
My dad will never accept cows
from an idiot like you.
Please leave, I'm busy. Hey!
I'm watching you.
Where did you find that flower?
- It's beautiful.
- No, get rid of it.
That thing is poisonous.
- Such a beautiful flower. Poisonous?
- I'm telling you.
My father always told Vika and I
not to go anywhere near it.
You might just find yourself dead
if it finds a way into your mouth.
Nosipho.
- I'm just playing.
- You like to play.
- I was playing.
- You can't play with that.
You're so boring.
Argh.
So boring.
Come.
Imagine if you died.
After all the plans we have made?
I would eat it as well and die with you.
Oh so sweet. So, so sweet.
Stop it.
You though
You see up there?
Where?
Look up there.
Do you see the moon?
There's a woman inside it.
She has a baby on her back
and in her hand is a hoe.
And she's carrying wood on her head.
Uh-huh.
That's a stupid tale.
There's no woman in that moon.
The way you act so
casual about everything.
Tut.
Oh no!
I should be home.
What?
My father is waiting for me,
I haven't even cooked.
What?
Wait.
What?
- Just this one thing.
- What?
Please think about coming
and staying here with me.
I built this house for you.
Thenjiwe
I have to go. Bye-bye.
Father, supper is ready.
What time is it?
It was a hectic day at work today
that's why I was late.
Get this out of here.
I don't want it.
Are you still here?
I said take this food. I don't want it.
You must talk to your brother.
He will listen to you.
Have you told your father
that this will never happen?
Come on, Nosipho!
He can't marry you off just like that
let alone to my brother.
You must tell him.
But you must also talk to Vika.
Sure, I will talk to Vika
but you must play your part too.
Right after the house is finished,
we'll move in together, right?
- Right, Nosipho?
- Yes.
I even told my father
that I don't want to get married.
And what did he say?
He thought that it was a joke.
Nosipho, you have to tell him!
I'm not ready, Thenjiwe.
Things are fine the way
they are between you and I.
It can't stay like this forever.
Something's got to give.
I promise.
We will come up with a better plan.
Everything will be fine.
You owe me
for making me cook for your father.
You know that he doesn't like my stew.
Nosipho.
I'm not ignoring
what you've just said about your father.
I don't agree with
what your father is planning for you.
You know, Aunty
the plans I have for my life
don't involve a man at all.
Please talk to him, he'll listen to you.
Nosipho
you know how pig-headed your father is.
He never takes advice from anyone.
But let's try, Aunty. Please.
I beg you, please talk to him.
He might just listen to you.
Don't give me that look.
I will try, okay?
I will try to talk to him.
Goodness.
Tell me
how did you come to that decision?
Are you even ready for this?
Come on, Bhungane.
Do not speak as if
you don't know what mom is like.
Vika is ready to settle down.
The letter has already
been sent to the Mpanza family
and they have agreed on the date.
All this boy knows
is to blow money on himself
buy expensive cars
and buy alcohol
because he wants to show off.
The same alcohol you drink?
You see those cows?
They are mine.
If he wants them, he must get his own.
Son,
the cows in this family are yours too.
You have every right
to use them to take a wife.
Oh.
A family meeting?
Mmm!
So, I wasn't invited?
Or you didn't want me to know that
you're sending cows to Nosipho's family.
What does that have to do with you?
Don't worry Ma,
I know it has nothing to do with me.
Why would it, when your
favorite son is getting married?
Goodness me.
Tell me
what's going on between you and Ma?
Ever since I got here, I can tell that
you two are not getting on.
What's going on?
- Ma likes to control everyone.
- Stop it, Thenjiwe.
That can't be it.
Why are you marrying Nosipho?
- Huh?
- It was Ma's plan, right?
Come on.
Nosipho's your friend.
You went to the same school,
you should be happy
she's marrying your brother.
What's the problem?
There are plenty of girls here,
why would you choose Nosipho?
Wait, is there something I need
to know about her?
I'm just asking because every time I talk
about Nosipho you act strangely.
You've been acting weird ever
since I got here.
Every time I mention Nosipho
you attack me.
Is she dying?
- Is she sick?
- What?
Oh, there's a man.
- No.
- Then tell me what it is.
Don't make me beg. Spill it.
What's going on?
Don't worry, there's no guy in this
village who even comes close to me.
They are no match to me.
- You're full of yourself.
- You know I'm right.
You know that.
Nosipho
will get married into that family
and that's the end of it.
My brother, this is not right.
Oh! Do you want what happened to me
to happen to her too?
Hey! Don't compare yourself with Nosipho.
You left your marriage
to go galivanting in Johannesburg.
Brother, you're so quick to forget.
It was dad who forced
me into that marriage!
It's tradition!
Whose tradition, brother?
You always say it's tradition,
but whose tradition is it?
You and dad
forced me into a marriage
I never asked for.
You married me off to that disgusting man!
Hey! Hey, hey!
No woman will tell me
how to raise my child! You hear me?
You hear me?
My brother
I beg of you.
Don't do this.
I beg you brother.
I'm sorry.
It's okay.
I know how hard this is to you.
What do we do now?
Let's leave this place, Thenjiwe.
Apparently, people in the cities
live their lives as they see fit.
I will be with you every day,
and we can live our lives.
What about your new job?
It's just an internship.
I can still find a new job wherever we go.
Maybe after a year or so,
they'd have forgotten about me and Vika
and we'll find this house waiting for us.
- You know what?
- Yes?
Let's forget about this house.
All that matters is being with you.
It doesn't matter where we go.
Come here.
Argh man.
Thank you.
Tomorrow,
your family is coming home
to pay lobola.
I can't be there, Thenjiwe.
Then it's obvious
that we're leaving tonight.
Yes, it has to be tonight.
Are you sure about this?
- Your father is sick.
- I am sure, Thenjiwe.
If he can marry me off
Do you see over those hills?
There's a life waiting for us.
But your father
- I mean...
- My aunt is there.
She will take care of him.
She wants me to be happy.
Okay then.
In that case
The Durban beach is waiting for us.
There's something I want us to do
before we go.
Your aunt is a bad example to you.
As the daughter of a headman,
there's a certain way you should behave.
I know you read the letter
from the Radebes.
Father, please.
He's a good man
and he comes from a respectable family.
They will treat you well.
Huh?
What's going on here?
Thenjiwe.
I'm leaving, dad.
So, you were not going to say
anything to me or your mom?
She'll be very happy.
Don't talk like that.
You know it's true.
Where will you go?
I'm going to Durban.
Bye dad.
Thenjiwe.
I hope one day
you'll find it in your heart
to forgive me.
Your daughter
Nosipho.
Father.
Why aren't you asleep?
Is everything okay?
Who cooked?
It must have been your aunt
because the food was so spicy.
I'm sorry,
should I get you something?
No, don't worry, my girl.
I have already taken my pills.
Go to your room.
It's your big day tomorrow,
your groom is coming.
Go and rest.
- Father.
- Hm?
When I leave, please let Aunty Kitty come
and take care of you.
Nosipho.
How many times must I tell you
that I can't live with your aunt?
I told you that I'm fine.
Go to your room.
Okay.
- Nosipho.
- Yes, Father?
Sit here.
If that will put you at ease, fine
I will ask your aunt to move in.
But I must now put up
with her terrible food.
That disgusting soup she always makes
Come on, father.
Don't be like that.
Go to bed.
I'm sorry, I thought you
were someone else.
I have raised my daughter well.
She will never let you down.
Oh, here comes my son-in-law.
Welcome to the family.
Thank you sir.
- Yes.
- Oh.
Tell me
Your father tells me that
you will be going back to Pretoria soon.
Yes sir.
Then the wedding must happen soon.
I hear you sir.
May I come in?
Good afternoon.
So now you just walk into
my kitchen anyhow?
Let's give them some space.
I was with your father outside.
He looks happy.
He told me that everything went well.
Nosipho don't be shy around me.
You and I will be married soon.
Who said I was shy?
It's okay to be nervous
I am too.
I don't know
what you're rambling on about.
Don't do this.
Don't act as if we're strangers.
We practically grew up together.
Have you ever asked yourself
if I wanted to marry you?
I might be in love with someone else.
What's so funny?
Nosipho, don't make this difficult.
I have always liked you.
That's news to me, I didn't know that.
You know
if you and I were to have kids
they would be beautiful.
- You just don't understand.
- What don't I understand?
I don't want all this.
It's my father who wants this, not me.
You will enjoy being married to me.
- Hello Mo?
- Ma'am.
I'm looking for Thenjiwe, is she here?
She resigned.
- Oh.
- Didn't she tell you?
No. Thank you.
Fine.
Thenji!
Thenji!
Thenjiwe.
Thenjiwe, where are you?
Tsk-tsk.
I don't approve of a wife who drinks.
But
how about we go to my place
to finish off these drinks?
Leave me alone!
Or else what?
Your breath stinks.
Guys
watch out for this one,
she will snatch your girlfriends from you.
One night with me
and you will never look back.
I thought
you were taking me home.
Let's stop by here first.
And just spend some time together
and get to know each other better
before we get married.
Don't you want to stretch your legs a bit?
No, I'm fine.
I was talking to your father
- about the wedding arrangements.
- Oh.
Why would you talk to my father
about our wedding?
Who are you marrying?
Your father knows what he wants
and I respect him.
A lot.
Nosipho, you don't have to worry
my family loves you.
A lot.
Your family?
What about you?
There's something important
I'd like us to discuss.
After the wedding
I can't take you with me.
You'd have to stay with my family.
But
I will come and see you from time to time
unless I get sent on a faraway mission,
then that will be a problem.
But I promise
I will be back.
I hope you don't have a problem.
Wait.
So, we're going to get married
and after that you will leave?
I want to take you with me
- but the bedrooms there...
- No, don't worry.
I don't have a problem, you can go.
I will stay.
- Uh?
- Yes.
I don't have the slightest problem.
This can actually work.
Hang on. What are you saying?
You mean to tell me
this doesn't bother you one bit?
- Not at all.
- Wow.
Thenji.
Thenji.
Thenjiwe.
Please listen, I have something to say.
I had already packed
my bags, it's just that...
Don't you dare!
You suggested we leave, not me.
I know, but all this is not easy for me.
I'm not like you.
Excuse me, I have a house to build.
Thenjiwe, please listen.
Maybe I have a better plan.
How do I believe anything
that comes out of your mouth?
I've been such a fool.
I quit my job.
I waited for you. Thinking you'd show up.
While you were busy
planning a wedding with my brother!
Thenjiwe, would you please listen to me?
My plan might just work.
Vika is going back to Pretoria
in a few weeks from now.
Vika is my brother, I know all that. So?
That means I will move into your home
marry him, he will leave
then you and I will be together.
This work for us, can't you see?
I'm not listening to this crazy talk.
Okay, I may be crazy
but it will work for us.
Not me.
Thenjiwe, my father is a
respectable man in the community.
And as his daughter I have
an obligation to fulfil.
You know what?
Go on and please everyone
else, but yourself.
As for me
don't involve me in this.
Thenjiwe. Thenjiwe.
Thenjiwe, I need you.
You know, Aunty
I know you didn't want to come
and stay with dad.
I'm only doing this
for you and your mother.
Oh Lord, may her soul rest in peace.
I still maintain, Nosipho
this is the biggest mistake of your life.
Don't pull so hard, Aunty.
I'm trying to knock some sense,
into this senseless brain of yours.
You know, Aunty
I don't think my marriage
will turn out as bad as yours.
That was a mess.
Let me ask you a simple question
are you even in love?
There you go.
But this thing
this thing will work for us.
It will work.
Hang on.
It will work for who?
Don't mind me, I was just saying.
We are watching.
I know I said
I don't wish to be married
But this is different.
Thenjiwe and I will be together forever.
That I'm sure about.
I am the man here
that is why you are holding me.
You will get hurt.
You will get hurt,
look where you are going.
You can't tell me that.
Bride,
we've brought your husband.
Boys I'm am your king,
you do as I say.
- I'm the man.
- Vika, you're the man.
Bride, bride!
Move, move!
Wow! Who is this?
See how pretty she is?
Can you see her?
Whoa, whoa.
Thank you, guys.
You see now, I'm in my house.
Where is my bride?
Where are you my bride?
My Bride?
I'm the man
there is no one like me.
No matter what people say.
She said
Shouldn't you be with your husband?
He's fast asleep.
- Can I come with you?
- What?
To your room.
What are you doing?
Thenjiwe,
hit me, do whatever you like.
I know I'm stupid
but I did all this for us.
So you think sneaking
around like children will help?
I can't do this.
These are people's lives
you're messing with.
Come.
- How do I touch you after...
- No
Vika and I haven't done anything.
And
I told you, you'd be my first.
- No, hey!
- Goodness. Hey, come back.
Hey!
Another small one.
Oh no.
Thenjiwe.
Thenjiwe, have you seen my wife?
Well, this has cleared things up.
What's going on here?
What's going on here?
Take your wife and go,
I want to talk to Thenjiwe.
Not before you tell me exactly
what's going on here?
I'll tell you what's going on.
- Nosipho and I are...
- Hey, shut up!
Nosipho and I are in love.
We've been dating way
before you came into the picture.
You're lying!
Oh really?
Why not ask your wife?
Nosipho.
Nosipho.
I'm married now.
Mm.
Really, Nosipho?
Where are you going?
This is all your fault.
How long have I been telling you
that you're demon-possessed.
- Mom, I'm not demon-possessed.
- You have to get exorcised.
Son
Mom, why didn't you
tell me about this all this time?
- I was still trying to fix it.
- You were trying?
- I was...
- You telling me, you were still trying?
They fornicate in front of you and all
you can say is that you were trying?
Huh?
Hey you.
Did Thenjiwe make you do this?
Is it Thenjiwe?
So after all this, what will you do?
Get up and go fix this with your husband
before it gets to your father.
Now listen here.
I won't let you
disgrace this family.
Are we clear?
Get up and go to your husband
so you can fix all this.
Goodness!
I don't owe your father anything.
If you bleed
don't let it scare you
that happens when you sleep
with a man for the first time.
Now tell me
how long have you known about this?
It was when we received threats
against the family.
They threatened to burn down
our house and chase us out of here.
What?
Yes.
You forced me into this marriage
knowing very well what was going on.
No, son.
I didn't know that
Thenjiwe had involved this child in this.
In fact, Thenjiwe is
demon-possessed, she's-
Zodwa! Zodwa!
The way Thenjiwe behaves
clearly indicates
she is possessed by demons.
She should be taken
to traditional healers for treatment.
Otherwise we're all going to
be crucified because of her.
So what are you waiting for?
For people to attack us
before you do something?
My daughter's just different.
You hear that?
I'm regarded as crazy by this family
when I say her demons must be dealt with
by traditional healers
What are you doing as a family?
None of you are supporting me.
Forgive me dad,
but in this,
- I stand with mom.
- Exactly.
I'll put an end to all this.
Exactly.
Hey you, what are you up to?
- Are you crazy, Thenjiwe?
- I'm leaving.
She's yours, you can have her.
Hey, hey! You will not
talk to me like that.
Who the hell do you think you are?
You don't need to worry about me.
I'm done with this family anyway.
Too bad
you'll always be a part of this family,
whether you like it or not.
You can go, just know whatever
you do comes back to me.
Are we clear?
- Why is everything always about you?
- You will go
and rid yourself of demons.
And what if I refuse to do it?
You'll shoot me?
Huh?
Vika, if you paid attention
you'd know that I've never liked boys.
All you care about is yourself.
I've made a decision to leave this family.
- I will never embarrass you again.
- You already have.
Right now we're the laughing
stock, all because of you.
Thenjiwe, you will go and
seek help, are we clear?
- Walk.
- Yes, I'm walking.
You're just wasting time,
I don't know why you're resisting, come.
- I can walk by myself.
- Walk, walk. Come. Get in.
- Thenjiwe! Thenjiwe!
- Hey, where are you going?
- Thenjiwe! Thenjiwe!
- Hey, where are you going?
Ah, she's gone.
We did this for Thenjiwe's own good.
It will help her in the end.
Don't allow her to influence you
into being like her.
Unless you want to be like her.
Huh?
From now on,
you will behave like
a married woman.
- Makhosi!
- Makhosi.
Please wear this around your waist.
Pants and shoes are not allowed in here.
Please kneel so we can go inside.
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Thokoza, Gogo!
Nosipho?
This is not the way I raised her.
My son, maybe we got worried too soon.
She probably went to her friends.
Let's go home, maybe she's back.
- It's not your fault, sir.
- Yes.
My mom is right
maybe we're just worried for nothing.
- Exactly.
- She'll come back.
Yes.
Sorry for worrying you with this.
Keep well.
Don't say a word.
Why?
Are you afraid I'll ask
if Nosipho left her marriage?
I said, shut...
What is it?
- What's happening?
- Hurry, get my pills.
Oh.
It is a disaster
It is a disaster
A disaster happened
It is a disaster
A disaster happened
It is a disaster
A disaster happened
It is a disaster
A disaster happened
It is a disaster
A disaster happened
It is a disaster
Hey, Nosipho
thank you for coming back.
Where were you all this time?
Does your father know about all this?
Nosipho
I'm sorry.
Our marriage shouldn't
have started the way it did.
It's just that I was
shocked
and angry.
I hope you'll also realize why
I did what I did.
We sleep on grass mats here.
You will sleep on that side,
and I will sleep here.
You're so quiet.
How long have you lived here?
I've been here for eleven months now.
Eleven is my favorite number.
Really? Me too.
You've been here for a while, hey.
So when do you graduate?
My family's trying to come up
with the money for the ceremony.
I shouldn't be here.
There must be a reason
why your family brought you here.
What happened?
Did you have unusual dreams?
Or
maybe an illness you endured.
Gobela is the one who will diagnose you
with the help of your ancestors.
After that you'll know
whether you're staying or not.
Or if maybe you just need
to perform a minor ritual.
You don't choose to be here,
your ancestors choose your path.
Thenjiwe, Thenjiwe.
Get dressed, Gobela wants to see you.
Makhosi.
Makhosi!
Makhosi!
Makhosi!
Makhosi!
Makhosi!
Makhosi
Your spirit is heavy.
My spirit refuses to connect with yours.
Take your child and go home.
- What?
- There's nothing I can help you with.
My goodness!
I paid for her treatment,
now you want me to take her home?
What you believe about
your child is not true.
She has no ancestral calling,
nor is she possessed by demons.
Then what do you call
this lifestyle of hers?
The way she behaves, what do you call it?
The moment I stepped inside this hut,
I could sense that you're a fraud.
You're a fake sangoma.
You don't know what you're doing.
Then you're welcome to go
and consult other traditional healers.
Say no more.
Listen here my child
let's go.
Get up and let's go.
Here we are dealing with a fake sangoma.
Let's go to a real sangoma,
who went to initiation school
and not be made a fool of by this crook.
Get up, let's go.
If you don't follow me now,
don't ever set your foot
in my house again.
We're being crooked here.
She's taken all my money
now she's chasing me out.
Such a crook.
You know
some people belittle us
Whoever it was that poisoned
her mind with a belief that
if you have feelings for someone
of the same gender, you are possessed.
I swear on my ancestors,
all of them combined.
I never want to see
that woman in this yard again.
I don't like that woman
who just walked out of that door.
I don't need her here.
But my girl,
if you wish to continue to stay here
you may stay.
Your mother has already paid
for you to stay here.
But like I said
I won't lie to you
and say I can help you
because you haven't been
bewitched, nor are you ill.
You were born this way.
Where have you been?
I went to get some fresh air.
I can see it helped.
Nosipho,
I want us to try again.
If you would allow me.
I will sleep in Thenjiwe's room tonight.
And I don't hate you, Vika.
I don't care about everything
you've done to me, I'm fine.
To answer your question
Thenjiwe didn't force me,
she and I are in love.
As I walk out of that gate
I will look for her
so that we can fix things.
Keep well.
What!
Hey, please sit properly,
like school children.
It's time to spruce up this classroom,
so pick up all these papers. Are we clear?
- Yes!
- Are we clear?
Yes!
- How are you?
- Makhosi.
- Fine, thanks and you?
- I'm fine, thanks.
Is Thenjiwe here?
Yes, she's here. I'll take you to her.
Please.
- Okay, please follow me.
- Okay.
I don't live at your home anymore
and I've broken up with Vika.
Congratulations.
Are you okay Are you happy living here?
Yes, I'm great.
I'm ready,
let's go
and build our home together.
The house was a gift to you.
You can keep it.
Come on, Thenjiwe.
What do you want me to say, Nosipho?
After what we had
and what you did.
You just threw it all away.
Maybe my coming here wasn't a good idea.
Maybe you're right.
Who called you anyway?
Father, I've decided to divorce Vika.
I didn't want this marriage to begin with.
Besides, I'm in love with someone else.
We've been together for a long time.
And she happens to be a woman.
My happiness is with Thenjiwe.
Father!
Am I dreaming?
Thenjiwe.
Hello my baby
Hello my baby hello my sweet
Hello my baby hello my sweet
Hello my baby hello my sweet
Hello my baby
Hello my joy
Hello my darling
Hello my lover boy
Hello my darling
Hello my lover boy
Thank you
for coming back to me.
Hello my sweet heart
My lover boy
Hello my joy
My heart keeper
Hello my sweetie
Gents,
load everything into the car.
- It's Zenzele.
- Shh
Load everything.
Ha!
Look what I just walked in on.
You came to steal out stuff Zenzele. Huh?
Gents, this is a party but we
weren't invited.
Let's go
before any more damage is done.
- This is a bonus.
- Oh, man!
You want to be the only one who has fun.
We'll all take turns.
Piss off, we don't take turns.
Hold her tight,
Make her see how you treat girls.
This was not part of the plan.
You're right Thenjiwe,
the colour suits us.
Do you see that this house
is exactly what we wanted it to be?
Let's go inside.
Imagine if you died.
After all the plans
we have made?
I would eat it as well and die with you.
Oh so sweet. So so sweet.
Stop it.
You though
You see up there?
- Where?
- Look up there.
Do you see the moon?
Subtitle translation by: Sphesihle Nkosi