Section: Long Narrative
Country: Lesotho, South Africa and Italy
Production Year: 2019
Duration: 120 minutes
Director: Lemohang Jeremiah Mosese
Screenplay: Lemohang Jeremiah Mosese
Cinematography: Pierre de Villiers
Editor: Lemohang Jeremiah Mosese
Cast: Twala Mhlongo, Jerry Mofokeng Wa, Makhaola Ndebele, Tseko Monaheng, Siphiwe Nzima-Ntskhe
Synopsis: In the mountains of Lesotho, an 80-year-old widow named Mantoa eagerly awaits her son’s return from working in the South African mines, only to learn of his demise instead. Yearning for her own death after the loss of her last remaining family member, she puts her affairs in order and makes arrangements to be buried in the local cemetery. Her careful plans are abruptly upset by the news that provincial officials intend to resettle the village, flood the entire area, and build a dam for a reservoir. Mantoa resolves herself to defend the spiritual heritage of the community.
