Poppie Nongena (2020)

In the heart of South Africa, amidst a time of harrowing turmoil, the tale of Poppie Nongena unfolds. An Afrikaans-speaking Xhosa mother, her existence is a testament to familial love and the relentless pursuit of stability. When her husband, Stone, is stricken with a debilitating illness, the world tilts on its axis as Poppie is declared an "illegal" inhabitant in her own homeland. The narrative of Poppie Nongena is a labyrinth of trials and tribulations, as she battles bureaucratic walls and navigates the labyrinthine legal system, fighting for the right to remain with her children. From home to home she moves, relentlessly seeking permits, extensions, and further extensions, exhausting every avenue within her reach to stay in her homeland. Caught in the whirlwind of her children's needs, her husband's illness, communal outrage, and oppressive legislation, Poppie is a beacon of resilience. Her struggle reaches a fever pitch as the tumultuous 1976 riots for freedom ignite, and the pressure finally compels her to yield. Poppie Nongena is a chronicle of one woman's indomitable spirit and her unwavering determination to keep her family intact amidst an era of profound unrest.

Poppie Nongena is a drama movie featuring Anna-Mart van der Merwe and directed by Christiaan Olwagen.

Poppie Nongena is currently streaming on Topic.