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Runs in the Family
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Runs in the Family

2023-06-01 · 107 min · ★ 1.0

Adventure · Comedy · Drama

In this witty father-son story, we are introduced to Varun, a former scammer, and River, a trans drag performer, as they venture on a road trip across South Africa to rescue River's long-lost mother from a rehab clinic in eSwatini. River’s only worry is missing Her Majesty’s Drag Competition and the opportunity to win the prize money to pay for his top surgery. With secrets bubbling to the surface and a competition to win, their relationship will be tested like never before.

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Production details

Directors
Ian Gabriel
Production companies
Giant Films, Fae Pictures
Countries
Swaziland, South Africa, United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Ace BhattiAce BhattiVarun Chetty
Rob van VuurenRob van VuurenStan Russo
Gabe GabrielGabe GabrielRiver Storm
Paul SnodgrassPaul SnodgrassAnthony
Khadija HeegerKhadija HeegerLucille
Diaan LawrensonDiaan LawrensonMonica Storm
Mamello Makhetha
Kathleen Stephens
Loren LoubserLoren Loubser
Faniswa YisaFaniswa Yisa
Tankiso Mamabolo
Manila Von Teez
Earl GregoryHer Majesty The Queen
Cleo Wesley

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