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film directed by Gavin Hood

This article is about the film. For the novel, see Tsotsi (novel). For the language, see Tsotsitaal.

Tsotsi is a crimedrama film written and directed by Gavin Hood and produced by Peter Fudakowski.

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It is an adaptation of the novel Tsotsi by Athol Fugard, and is a South African/UK co-production. Set in the Alexandra slum in Johannesburg, South Africa, it stars Presley Chweneyagae as David/Tsotsi (meaning "criminal" - see also Tsotsitaal), a young street thug who steals a car only to discover a baby in the back seat.

It also features Kenneth Nkosi, Jerry Mofokeng, and Rapulana Seiphemo in supporting roles.^[2]

The soundtrack features Kwaito music performed by South African artist Zola and Afro-pop group Mafikizolo, as well as a score by Mark Kilian and Paul Hepker with the voice of South African protest singer and poetVusi Mahlasela.

The film was praised, particularly for its writing, direction, and performances, especially Ch