Movies by Dolly Rathebe

Mapantsula

Mapantsula

A petty gangster inevitably becomes involved in the growing anti-apartheid struggle and is forced to choose between individual gain and a united stand against the system.

Friends

Friends

The beginning of the end of the apartheid era in South Africa is seen through the perspectives of three female friends: Sophie, who is of English descent; Aninka, who is an Afrikaner; and Thoko, who is black.

The Day the Mercedes Became a Hat

The Day the Mercedes Became a Hat

The story is inspired by the assassination of Chris Hani, leader of the South African Communist Party.

African Jim

African Jim

Jim decides to leave his tribal area to seek his fortune in Johannesburg. As soon as he arrives, three gangsters mug him. When he regains consciousness, a friendly night watchman takes care of him. With the watchman's help, Jim gets a job in a nightclub as a waiter.