LUCKY

The aim of LUCKY was to dramatise the effects of HIV on children in South Africa, whilst also looking at African/Indian relationships. The film was shot in and around Durban in Natal, where HIV is estimated at around 40%. The story is taken from real life accounts and research of AIDS orphans and the difficulties they face. The tape idea comes from the practice of dying mothers creating memory boxes for their children. This currently very much part of HIV death in Natal.

All the actors in LUCKY were either non-professional or semi-professional. They all originated from the Durban area and for many of them this was their first film. The crew were a mixture of people mostly from Durban. The training component of this production was very high and the racial mix of the crew was around 50% black/Asian, 50% white.

The shooting was funded 90% by myself with some small contributions from Working Title2, Heyday Films and World Productions. The FILM COUNCIL have agreed to support the post-production as part of the Completion Fund.

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Very beautiful Posted by HeyJoe on February 14, 2007    I love the colors. Great story. I love the little boy. Congratulations!

Lucky Posted by spotlifetv on January 22, 2007    Amazincg video - Excellent title & topic you chose to shoot. I applaue you & hope all the best for you!

Amazing Posted by Chapa on September 10, 2006    I Love The Look Of The This Film. It Just Feels Real.

Beautifully Shot Posted by VINCENT on September 06, 2006    Wonderful depiction of a real life that some of us do live.