A Kalahari Family Part 2: End of the Road


60m 2002

Brief Synopsis

Chronicles the lives of the Ju/'hoansi, more commonly known as "bushmen," of the Kalahari desert, in southwest Africa. Like a majority of Ju/'hoansi, they have settled at Tjum!kui, an administrative post run by the South African government. They came looking for water, jobs and an easier life, but f

Film Details

Also Known As
Kalahari Family Part 2: End of the Road
Genre
Documentary
Sequel
Release Date
2002

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

Chronicles the lives of the Ju/'hoansi, more commonly known as "bushmen," of the Kalahari desert, in southwest Africa. Like a majority of Ju/'hoansi, they have settled at Tjum!kui, an administrative post run by the South African government. They came looking for water, jobs and an easier life, but found poverty, malnutrition and violence. Desperate for a more stable existence, the family heads back to their traditional water hole, Aotcha, with shovels, cattle, and plans to start farming. This is part two of a five-part, six-hour series.

Film Details

Also Known As
Kalahari Family Part 2: End of the Road
Genre
Documentary
Sequel
Release Date
2002

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

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Released in United States November 2002

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Released in United States November 2002