Maids and madams

Shot in South Africa, Mira Hamermesh´s subtly understated MAIDS AND MADAMS examines the tragedy of apartheid through the emotional relationship between the black household worker and white employer. The domestic situation is a microcosm of the racial issues that are dividing the country. The oppression of black in South Africa has been explored from many angles MAIDS AND MADAMS links the issue of racism to sexism.