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Sink
A Moment can Change Everything
Genres
Drama
Overview
‘Sink’ tells the story of Rachel, a Mozambican domestic worker based in Johannesburg, who is forced to make a devastating choice after her daughter drowns whilst under the care of her employer; return to poverty stricken Mozambique or continue working for the family responsible for the death of her child so she can support her extended family back home. The story is a haunting exploration of motherhood, loss and the walls that separate people.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
115 min
Release Date
2016-03-18
Status
Released
Original Language
Afrikaans
Vote Count
4
Vote Average
8.9
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Anel Alexander
Michelle Jordaan
Shoki Mokgapa
Rachel Nyanga
Jacques Bessenger
Chris Jordaan
Amalia Uys
Anja
Vuyelwa Booi
Maria
Diaan Lawrenson
Chantelle
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