Trailer
Barakat
2026 Motherland African Festival
Sat
28
Sat 28 Mar 7:30 PM
Powerhouse Theatre
General Admission
120 Mins
As part of Motherland festivities, South African Film Festival is proud to partner with Liverpool Powerhouse with an exclusive screening of the film Barakat. Patrons will also be greeted by a special Kora performance by Moussa Diakite and Malin Sylla before the movie screening.
Patrons are encouraged to book their pre-film dinner at Bellbird Dining & Bar, for an exclusive tasting African inspired experience. Savour bold, authentic flavours while being swept away by captivating live music performances that elevate the atmosphere and create an unforgettable feast for the senses.
Synopsis:
How does a family move on after the death of a father? That is the question at the heart of South Africa's first Muslim film in Afrikaans. An aging matriarch aims to bring together her fractured, dysfunctional family over Eid-al-Fitr to break the news about her new romance.
Barakat, an Arabic word meaning blessings, is a story about celebrating life, culture, and the importance of family.
Performance time: 7.30pm
Movie Screening time: 8pm
All patrons are required to be 16+
Patrons are encouraged to book their pre-film dinner at Bellbird Dining & Bar, for an exclusive tasting African inspired experience. Savour bold, authentic flavours while being swept away by captivating live music performances that elevate the atmosphere and create an unforgettable feast for the senses.
Synopsis:
How does a family move on after the death of a father? That is the question at the heart of South Africa's first Muslim film in Afrikaans. An aging matriarch aims to bring together her fractured, dysfunctional family over Eid-al-Fitr to break the news about her new romance.
Barakat, an Arabic word meaning blessings, is a story about celebrating life, culture, and the importance of family.
Performance time: 7.30pm
Movie Screening time: 8pm
All patrons are required to be 16+
