The UK release date for the film Africa United couldn’t have come at a better time, as the country celebrates Black History Month.
Africa United is the debut film by director, Deborah Gardner-Paterson. It depicts the journey of a group of African children who are on a quest to achieve their dream of being apart of the World Cup opening ceremony. Their journey takes them across Rwanda, Congo, Burundi, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Africa where the children get into many adventures and overcome hurdles thrown their way.
As well as illustrating the beautiful spirit of Africa and Africans, where people who aren’t as privileged as many others in the world, still have such a vibrant and positive outlook on life regardless of their situation. However the film also touches on dark realities such as HIV/AIDS, child prostitution and lack of educational opportunities.
Africa United have teamed up with charity, Comic Relief, and 25% of the film’s profits will go to projects aimed at eliminating poverty.
Africa United is out on Friday the 22cnd of October.
To view the trailer and for more information click here.
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