Red Dust
Sarah Barcant, a lawyer in New York City who grew up in South Africa, returns to her childhood dwelling place to intercede for Alex Mpondo, a Black South African politician who was tortured during apartheid.
Release Year
2004
Runtime
110 min
Audience Score
5.9
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
Sarah Barcant, a lawyer in New York City who grew up in South Africa, returns to her childhood dwelling place to intercede for Alex Mpondo, a Black South African politician who was tortured during apartheid.
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Red Dust is a immersive pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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