On Becoming a Guinea Fowl(2024)
Overview
On an empty road in the middle of the night, Shula stumbles across the body of her uncle. As funeral proceedings begin around them, she and her cousins bring to light the buried secrets of their middle-class Zambian family.
Director
Rungano Nyoni
Studio
A24
Cast
Susan Chardy
as Shula
Elizabeth Chisela
as Nsansa
Esther Singini
as Bupe
Blessings Bhamjee
as Young Shula
Doris Naulapwa
as Shula's Mother
Henry B.J. Phiri
as Shula's Father
Roy Chisha
as Uncle Fred
Benson Mumba
as Joseph
Chungu Bwalya
as Farm Club Presenter 1
Margaret Mulubwa
as Farm Club Presenter 2
Mary Mulabo
as Beatrice
Norah Mwansa
as Widow / Chichi
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2024
Runtime
1h 39m
Language
Chichewa; Nyanja
Rating
7.6 / 10
Production Companies
A24 • Fremantle • BBC Film
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Where can I watch On Becoming a Guinea Fowl?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for On Becoming a Guinea Fowl (2024).
What is On Becoming a Guinea Fowl about?▼
On an empty road in the middle of the night, Shula stumbles across the body of her uncle. As funeral proceedings begin around them, she and her cousins bring to light the buried secrets of their middle-class Zambian family.
Who directed On Becoming a Guinea Fowl?▼
On Becoming a Guinea Fowl was directed by Rungano Nyoni and released in 2024. It is a comedy, drama film.
How long is On Becoming a Guinea Fowl?▼
On Becoming a Guinea Fowl has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
Who stars in On Becoming a Guinea Fowl?▼
The cast of On Becoming a Guinea Fowl includes Susan Chardy as Shula, Elizabeth Chisela as Nsansa, Esther Singini as Bupe, Blessings Bhamjee as Young Shula, Doris Naulapwa as Shula's Mother and more.
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