Menoana e Mehlano ea Marseilles
Directed by:
Michael MatthewsScreenplay:
Sean DrummondCinematography:
Shaun Harley LeeComposer:
James MatthesCast:
Vuyo Dabula, Zethu Dlomo, Kenneth Fok, Anthony Oseyemi, Kenneth Nkosi, Brendon Daniels, Garth Breytenbach, Jerry Mofokeng, Hamilton DlaminiVOD (1)
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Near the colonial town of Marseilles in the rugged Eastern Cape of South Africa, a group of rebellious friends dubbed the Five Fingers use well-placed eggs and slingshots to drive off the oppressive police force. But when the cops seize quick-tempered Tau's childhood love, Lerato, he goes from throwing eggs to shooting bullets. Scared of capture or worse, Tau flees, returning 20 years later to a town, and friends, transformed by the violence caused that day. With the crooked cops now replaced by a caustic gang, Tau must marshal what remains of the Fingers to once again defend their home. (Toronto International Film Festival)
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It draws inspiration from an interesting idea, which is complemented by a western genre and some high-quality camera work. If only the characters weren’t so far off the European standard of quality and they were understandable, then this movie wouldn’t be as boring most of the time. You’re better off doing sci-fi, you’re at least good at that. A little crazy people-wise, but at least it’s pleasant to watch.
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