

Rough Aunties
2008, English. Directed by Kim Longinotto.
Fearless, feisty and resolute, the "Rough Aunties" are a remarkable group of women unwavering in their stand to protect and care for the abused, neglected and forgotten children of Durban, South Africa. This newest documentary by internationally acclaimed director Kim Longinotto (SISTERS IN LAW, DIVORCE IRANIAN STYLE) follows the outspoken, multiracial cadre of Thuli, Mildred, Sdudla, Eureka and Jackie, as they wage a daily battle against systemic apathy, corruption and greed to help the most vulnerable and disenfranchised of their communities.
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- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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- Released
- 23 November 2008
- Country
- South Africa, United Kingdom, United States of America
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Rough Aunties runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
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Rough Aunties is streaming on OVID in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
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Who directed Rough Aunties?
Rough Aunties (2008) was directed by Kim Longinotto.