I Am Samuel
2SLGBTQIA+ Stories
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1h 9m
"Peter Murimi’s film vividly conveys resilience, contrasting the intimacy of a brave couple with the brutality of prejudice." The Guardian
Hot Docs International Documentary Film Festival
BFI London Film Festival
Atlanta Film Festival
Samuel grew up in the Kenyan countryside, where tradition is valued above all else. After moving to Kenya’s capital in search of work and a new life, Samuel falls in love with Alex and finds community and belonging. Their love thrives despite the fact that Kenyan laws criminalize anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+. Despite threats of violence and rejection, Samuel and Alex move between their co-existing worlds, hoping to win acceptance in both. Director Peter Murimi's film is an intimate, and incredibly touching, portrait of a man torn between balancing duty to his family, while remaining true to himself and his dreams for his future.
Kenya, Canada, United Kingdom, United States - 2020 - 1h 10m
Directed By: Peter Murimi
Written By: Peter Murimi, Ricardo Acosta
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