cinema at the museum: this is not a burial, it’s a resurrection

Remai Modern screens This Is Not a Burial, It's a Resurrection, a 2019 film from Lesotho and South Africa directed by Lemohang Jeremiah Mosese. The story follows an 80-year-old widow in the mountains of Lesotho who prepares for her death, then finds new purpose when her village faces resettlement for a reservoir project. She rallies her community to resist.

The film runs 120 minutes in Sesotho with English subtitles. It contains mild violence, frightening scenes, and nudity, and is appropriate for ages 13 and up. Tickets are $10, with free admission for museum members and youth under 18. This screening is part of Cinema at the Museum's September series of international films exploring themes of resilience, moral complexity, and human connection.