Kapana (film)
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Kapana is a 2019 Namibian gay love story film directed by Philipp Talavera[1][2] and written by Senga Brockerhoff and Mikiros Garoes. The film follows the story of two young men, George and Simeon, who come from different backgrounds but find love in the city of Windhoek, Namibia.[3][4][5][6]
The word kapana comes from preparing raw meat, commonly beef, by grilling it over an open fire; it is frequently sold at open markets.[7]
The film begins by introducing the audience to Simeon, a street vendor who sells grilled meat (Kapana) in Windhoek's busy marketplace. George, on the other hand, is a successful businessman who frequents the market to buy food for his restaurant. Despite their different social statuses, Simeon and George form a deep connection and fall in love.
As their relationship blossoms, George and Simeon face challenges from society and their own families, who disapprove of their union. However, they persevere through these obstacles and prove that love knows no boundaries.[8][9]
Cast
The cast includes:[10]
- Simon Hanga as Simeon
- Adriano Visagie as George
- Mikiros Garoes as Frieda
- Felicity Celento as Rebekka
- Elize de Wee as Ousie Rosa
- Dawie Engelbrecht as Joe
- Foreversun Haiduwah as Tangeni
- Albertina Hainane as Cecilia
- Jeremiah Jeremiah as Nghilifa
- Chanwrill Vries as Gerald
- Ndakolo Haiduwa as Mattheus
- Lucas Paulus as Josh
- Joseph Ortman as Petrus
Production
Kapana was filmed on location in Windhoek, Namibia. The film was produced by Ombetja Yehinga Organisation Trust. It's them follows an LGBTQ +- love story between an insurance broker and a Kapana Seller.
