‘Black Burns Fast’ is a whimsical love letter to Black girlhood

In a media landscape often criticised for its misrepresentation of Black women and girls, Sandulela Asanda's debut feature, 'Black Burns Fast', emerges as a refreshing coming-of-age romance. Set in a prestigious boarding school, the film follows 17-year-old Luthando as her curated life takes an unexpected turn with the arrival of a new student, Ayanda, offering a whimsical exploration of first love and self-discovery.