We Are Together (Thina Simunye)
The musical journey of a lifetime
We Are Together (Thina Simunye) tells the moving and inspiring story of 12 year-old Slindile, and her remarkable friends at the Agape orphanage in South Africa. Filmed over three years and spanning two continents, with unforgettable kids, soaring music and a plot full of surprises, We Are Together arrives as a stirring and uplifting theatrical documentary.
Director
Teddy Leifer & Paul Taylor
Producer
Leigh Blake, Teddy Leifer, and Paul Taylor
Runtime
93 Minutes
Rights Represented
International Rights
Captions Available
None Available
Language
Zulu, English
Press
“”crowd-pleasing”, “inspirational”, “a celebration of resiliency”, “a glorious chorale.””
- Variety
“They sing themselves out of sorrow. It’s a very joyful feeling throughout the film.”
- Bono
Festival & Awards
Winner Audience Award + Special Jury Prize—TRIBECA Film Festival 2007
Winner Audience Award—IDFA Amsterdam 2006
Winner Audience Award—AMNESTY International Film Festival