 iThemba (ih-TEM-bah) is a character-driven documentary about hope and resistance in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The film follows the 30 member, HIV+, Sinikithemba (sin-ih-kih-TEM-bah) Choir on their journey from South Africa to the United States to perform at an international AIDS conference. The choir s powerful blend of Traditional Zulu and Gospel music stirs the hearts of all who hear their music; their hope and persistent faith in the value of human life lifts the spirit. Interwoven with the choir s journey is the story of one of their lead vocalists, Zinhle Thabethe (ZIN-kleh Tah-BEH-tay). An eloquent advocate for HIV+ people in her community Zinhle s life is proof that the fight against HIV/AIDS is not yet lost. Through a personal journey with Zinhle and the other choir members, the film captures the struggles, triumphs and dire need for action that characterizes the AIDS epidemic as it affects South Africa.