Black Burns Fast

Luthando returns to a prestigious girls’ boarding school. As the only scholarship student, she has learned to keep a low profile and meet her single mother’s expectations. But with the charismatic Ayanda, she discovers love, freedom and belonging. When jealousy drives Ayanda to a reckless decision, Luthando’s scholarship, future and relationship with her mother are put at risk. Luthando finds the courage to embrace her truth: she is a lesbian and will no longer compromise who she is. A film about the joy of telling your own story.

Content note: racism