Flesh of my Flesh

  • South Africa Vlees van my vlees
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Short / Drama
South Africa, 2016, 25 min

Directed by:

Matthys Boshoff

Screenplay:

Matthys Boshoff

Cinematography:

Willie Nel

Composer:

Braam du Toit

Plots(1)

Flesh of my Flesh tells the story of how a married couple's relationship and household are changed after a car accident claims their little daughter's life and leaves the wife quadriplegic. Twelve years after the accident Magnus helps Annelie to prepare for their wedding anniversary. Both have seemingly dealt with the effects of the accident and adapted to their situation. In spite of his estrangement from their son, Cornelius, and a few stumbling blocks, Magnus is determined to make the evening a success. Their anniversary starts with jokes and romance but as the complications of Annelie's disability become more prominent their special occasion goes off the rails. It is in situations of utter powerlessness that Annelie finds her strength and Magnus is forced to face his regrets and pain. (Nashville Film Festival)

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