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'''''Call Me Kuchu''''' is a 2012 American documentary film directed by [[Malika Zouhali-Worrall]] and [[Katherine Fairfax Wright]]. The film explores the struggles of the [[LGBT]] community in [[Uganda]],<ref name=voa>[http://www.voanews.com/english/news/africa/Documentary-Looks-Into-Ugandas-Activist-Gay-Community-141303483.html "Documentary Looks Into Uganda's Activist Gay Community"]. [[Voice of America]], March 3, 2012.</ref> focusing in part on the 2011 murder of LGBT activist [[David Kato]].<ref name=voa />

==Title==
At the beginning of the film, it is explained that "Kuchu" is a way to refer to homosexuals in Uganda.

==Summary==
In [[Kampala]], two men are having a wedding ceremony with a pastor and friends. However, it is a very quiet event and everyone is dressing casually to avoid attracting attention. Meanwhile, we see footage of pastors and politicians describing homosexuality as a Western and sinful activity.

Outside his home, [[David Kato]] (1964-2011) recounts how he found out about "gay life" when he was living in [[South Africa]] ten years earlier. He picked up a gay escort and had sex for the first time, at the age of twenty-eight. He then decided to return to his home country of Uganda and spread gay rights there. At the headquarters of [[Sexual Minorities Uganda]], the LGBT non-profit organization he runs, he explains he is the first openly gay man in Uganda. He adds his job is to track all instances of homophobia in Uganda. We then see a man from [[Mbale]] explaing he was arrested and humiliated by police officers... We are then introduced to Naome Ruzindana, a lesbian activist with two children. In 2004, she founded the [[Coalition of African Lesbians]].

Gilles Muhame, Managing Editor of ''[[Rolling Stone (Uganda)|Rolling Stone]]'', talks about his decision to publish pictures of homosexuals with a quotation from a pastor: "Hang them!" He adds he would like to raid their homes and take their pictures in their own bedrooms, and thus "ignore the right of privacy in the interest of the public." Meanwhile, Naome reveals she became a target for homophobia after her picture was published in the newspaper. Later, David sees a copy of ''Rolling Stone'' falsely accusing homosexuals of aiding and abetting terrorist organizations such as the [[Lord’s Resistance Army]], [[Allied Democratic Forces]] and [[Al-Shabaab (militant group)|Al-Shabaab]] during the [[July 2010 Kampala attacks]]. David then talks to his lawyer, who advises him not to sue over every homophobic article published. We then meet Long Jones, who tells us about another article in ''Rolling Stone'', suggesting they have a list of 100 homosexuals are spreading [[AIDS]] in Uganda. At a trial over the articles, Gilles Muhame does not present a defense and the ruling is adjourned; Pastor [[Solomon Male]] is present.

A friend of Naome and fellow activist Stosh then recounts being raped by a man who wanted to turn her straight by doing so. He gave her AIDS and her family did not believe it was unconsensual. When she got pregnant five months later, she had an abortion. Subsequently, we meet Bishop [[Christopher Senyonjo]], who says [[Paul the Apostle]] does not discriminate against homosexuals in [[Epistle to the Galatians|Galatians]] 3:28, and wants to build a safe center for them.

Meanwhile, we learn that politician [[David Bahati]] has proposed the [[Uganda Anti-Homosexuality Bill]], widely condemned by the international community. However, residents of [[Jinja, Uganda]] protest in favour of the bill, organized by Pastor [[Martin Ssempa]], falsely accusing homosexuals of "raping children." We then hear from Dr Sylvia Tamale who explains that in March 2009, the Family Life Network invited evangelical leaders from the United States to warn Ugandans about an alleged homosexual threat from overseas. Similarly, another pastor called HM Nyanzi says homosexuality is against the word of God because it is against reproduction. Meanwhile, ''Rolling Stone'' published part two of pictures and Gilles boasts about it as an accomplishment. David appeals to the local bureau of the [[Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights]]. Bishop Senyonjo is dismissed from the [[Church of Uganda]] for his support of homosexuals. In another twist, there is a second trial, and the judge rules that the newspaper is not allowed to publish pictures, names and addresses of homosexuals. David and his friends have a party–a fashion show where they [[crossdress]] to celebrate their victory.

David is killed. Anti-gay protesters disrupt the funeral. Still, his friends have a party in his honour after the funeral. In New York City, LGBT activists honour his death too, condemning pastors [[Lou Engle]] and [[Scott Lively]] for allegedly promoting homophobia in Uganda. Meanwhile, Gilles of ''Rolling Stone'' is unrepentant and does not take the blame for his death. David's friends fear the worst for their lives. Still, due to international pressure, the anti-gay law is not passed.

==Critical reception==
The film premiered at the [[2012 Berlin International Film Festival]], and won the [[Teddy Award]] for Best Documentary.<ref name=indiewire>[http://www.indiewire.com/article/keep-the-lights-on-call-me-kuchu-top-berlins-teddy-awards "'Keep The Lights On,' 'Call Me Kuchu' Top Berlin's Teddy Awards"]. [[IndieWire]], February 17, 2012.</ref>

==Distribution==
Distribution rights for the film were acquired by [[Cinedigm]] Entertainment Group in October 2012, with plans for a theatrical release in early 2013, followed by on-demand, premium digital, DVD and V releases.<ref>{{cite web|url = http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/cinedigm-acquires-lgbt-film-call-me-kuchu-61421|title = Cinedigm Acquires LGBT Film 'Call Me Kuchu'|date = October 19, 2012 <!-- at 11:02 am --> |publisher = The Wrap|author = Lucas Shaw}}</ref>

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
*{{IMDb title|2088714}}
* {{Rotten Tomatoes|call_me_kuchu_2011}}
* {{Facebook|CallMeKuchu|''Call Me Kuchu''}}

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