Maanskyn: Documentary Viewing and Discussion

Come join us for a viewing of the Maanskyn documentary, created by Floor and Beatrijs. This event is brought to you by the Awareness CIrcle at Grounded where we hope to learn from one another about social issues within our society. On the evening the Grounded Bunker bar and Grounded Kitchen will be open to provide some cozy refreshments! In the documentary Maanskyn we follow Tsakane, a 27 year old ranger of the Black Mambas Anti-Poaching Unit. We get to know the woman behind the uniform, the strong but also vulnerable side become visible. After the viewing, Floor and Beatrijs will be open to questions and discussion about their experience and the issues at hand!

In the documentary Maanskyn we follow Tsakane, a 27 year old ranger of the Black Mambas Anti-Poaching Unit. We get to know the woman behind the uniform, the strong but also vulnerable side become visible. 

Maanskyn takes place in the Balule Nature Reserve, in South-Africa. In the documentary we follow Tsakane, a 27 year old ranger of the Black Mambas Anti-Poaching Unit. The first anti-poaching unit in the world that’s only consisting of women and who operate completely unarmed. The women work in a man dominated area full of prejudices and traditions. They strive towards a better future for both nature and women in South-Africa. In the film we get to know the woman behind the uniform, the strong but also vulnerable side become visible. 

We, Floor and Beatrijs, graduated last year from The University of the Arts Utrecht with our film Maanskyn. This intriguing story spoke to us both immediately. In our films we often portrait someone who’s story is like a metaphor for a bigger story. In this film it is the women who act completely in agreement with their beliefs. A belief that Nature should be respected and restored so that future generations can keep enjoying its beauty and wonders. We hope to keep making films about inspiring stories in the future.

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