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With his side bleeding, a man called Shadow limps through a black and white landscape of burned out buildings, funeral processions, and memories that are in color. He wants to bathe, to clean his wound, but he finds no one willing to let him use their water. The residents of the township capture a young man accused of rape. The two men’s paths cross and Shadow’s place in society is revealed. Will the blood wash off?
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How long is Portrait of a Young Man Drowning?
Portrait of a Young Man Drowning has a runtime of 11m ( and 11 minutes).
Who directed Portrait of a Young Man Drowning?
Portrait of a Young Man Drowning was directed by Teboho Mahlatsi and released in 1999.
Who stars in Portrait of a Young Man Drowning?
The cast of Portrait of a Young Man Drowning includes Ronnie Nyakale, Patrick Ndlovu.
What is the TMDB rating for Portrait of a Young Man Drowning?
Portrait of a Young Man Drowning has a TMDB rating of 6.3/10 based on 3 votes.
