Synopsis

Ruka meaning 'to braid' or 'to knit' in shona, is a short fashion film based on slow sustainable fashion pieces by Fungai Muzoroza And captured beautifully by Mordekai Musonza. Braiding has been a part of African culture from the beginning of time through means on hairstyling, knitting, crotcheting, weaving and macrame. The film 'Ruka' celebrates these methods through each design and plays around with a mixture of cultural and modern day inspirations and textures. It also celebrates the beauty of collaboration and cross culture education within Africa.

Credits

Director Country Run time
Fungai Sarah Muzoroza Zimbabwe 2min

Film Screenings

Date Venue Time
Fri 17 Nov 2023 ZIFFTHUB B (Workshops) 11:00 am
Fri 17 Nov 2023 NGZ Bulawayo B (Workshops) 11:00 am
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