
In My Genes 2009
"What is it like to be 'white' in a 'black' society?"
Overview
Agnes may not seem like someone with much to laugh about. For one thing, she has albinism - a lack of pigment in the skin, hair and eyes - and her appearance has provoked prejudice from family, friends and strangers since she was born. But despite all odds, Agnes refuses to lead a life of sorrow. This fascinating and inspiring documentary also shares the stories of seven other people's individual experiences of living their lives with albinism in Kenya, a predominantly black society. While each
Director: Lupita Nyong'o
Cast
Fatma Abdallah
Grace Karihe
Delphine Karumba
Benedict Kinyua
Pamela Mukami
Alex Munyere
James Mutai
Agnes Muthakye
Isaac Mwaura
C.K. Nyambura