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Sixth Happiness

40 %|Oct 4, 1997|Drama

Waris Hussein’s acclaimed drama is based on the autobiography of Firdaus Kanga, who stars in the lead role of Brit, a young man born with brittle bone disease, which causes him to have never grown beyond four feet tall. The film follows his sexual awakening whilst his family simultaneously disintegrates all around him. An extremely moving drama confronting stereotypes around disability, sexuality and race, featuring a powerhouse performance from Kanga.

Featured Crew

Tatiana Kennedy
Producer
Dominique Le Gendre
Music
James Welland
Cinematography
Laurence Méry-Clark
Editor
Waris Hussein
Director
Firdaus Kanga
Writer

Cast

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Firdaus Kanga
Brit Kotwal
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Souad Faress
Sera Kotwal
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Nina Wadia
Dolly Kotwal
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Khodus Wadia
Sam Kotwal
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Pratima Kazmi
Brothel Madam
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Roger Hammond
Father Ferre