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In the Shadow of the Sun

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Josephat and Vedastus pursue their dreams in the face of prejudice about their albinism.

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Sarah Boslaugh PopMatters ...does a fine job of presenting the difficulties faced by albinos in Tanzania, but fails to dig deeper to uncover the financial interests behind this horrifying trade in human body parts. Rated: 7/10 May 24, 2013 Full Review Jennifer Tate ViewLondon An eye-opening and awareness-raising film documenting the cruel treatment of albinism in Tanzania, In the Shadow of the Sun is an emotionally gripping and truly harrowing documentary with an inspiring message of courage and strength. Rated: 5/5 Mar 27, 2013 Full Review Amber Wilkinson Eye for Film Freeland captures the beauty of Tanzania and uses the landscape as a way of illustrating the isolation and loneliness suffered by those with albinism. Rated: 4/5 Mar 15, 2013 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Would love to see it, but can't find it available on DVD anywhere and no upcoming viewings in my area. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 02/08/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Josephat and Vedastus pursue their dreams in the face of prejudice about their albinism.
Director
Harry Freeland
Producer
Harry Freeland
Genre
Drama, Biography
Original Language
Swahili
Runtime
1h 28m