SA Indie Film Fest 2020 x SA Documentary (and mockumentary) Short Films Official Selection

The Number is a short documentary film from debut director Manuela Gray. Manuela is an internationally celebrated tattoo artist and fine artist whose work has focused on body markings and identity: "I had always held an interest and fascination with the body markings of the Number gangs... I became obsessed with the seeming simplicity and brutality of the marks... and the very real power and secrecy they held." The film, shot by cinematographer, Brendan McGinty, in graphic black and white, looks at the myths and markings of South Africa's prison 'Number' gangs. It offers an intimate, emotional journey which unlocks the secret code of The Number. A code spelt out and spoken across the bodies of the inmates. It immerses its audience in the world of the gangs, their history, personal journeys, codes and marks. This is also uniquely an untold story, giving voice to an invisible, previously unrepresented community. These marks were regarded with fear by their community. Marks made not for decoration, but for signification, for power, position, intimidation even. And yet as both an artist and film maker, Manuela finds in these 'brutal' marks a potency she felt needed to be better understood and recorded. The result is a uniquely visual and mesmerising unfolding of the film's narrative. The Number has enjoyed huge audience and critical success in its private gallery and festival screenings... but has never been open to public viewing. So far the film has been officially selected for 13 festivals and has won two Best Films and one Best Cinematography in these. Imagery from the film has formed the basis of a powerful book and exhibition.

The Number

Our story follows Johan 'The Hound of God' Andries, ex-cop, paranormal investigator, occult specialist and qualified exorcist who now leads his own private paranormal investigative agency.During apartheid, South Africa was one of the only countries to have a specialised police unit dedicated to occult related crimes. The unit was officially disbanded in 2006 due to South Africa's newly found religious freedom.Follow Johan and friends as they purge South Africa of her devils and demons.

The Hound of God

You've reached the "Hound of God"; Paranormal Investigator, Occult Specialist, Qualified Exorcist.

Beautiful In My Skin

The Armstrongs - a short film documenting a South African surfing family that lives a life not many would deem conventional. Ian (46), a provider, shaper, former Big Wave World Champion and above all else, a father, along with his wife Lee (45) and their 8 children and 1 grandson redefine what is 'normal' and challenge the perspective of modern family values. The Armstrongs share strong bonds with each other and the ocean; making a point of placing well being, unity, love and a genuine connection with nature above financial gain and status. This is their story.

The Armstrongs

In February 2006, two young Australians were convicted of drug smuggling in Indonesia and were sentenced to death by firing squad. During their 9 years in prison, Myuran Sukumaran and Andrew Chan were rehabilitated and began many positive activities within the prison, such as mentoring other prisoners and helping to teach English.Myuran became an accomplished artist, while Andrew became an ordained minister and established a church inside the prison. Rev Christie Buckingham was Myuran's spiritual adviser. This is her eye witness account of a night that will not be forgotten.

Execution Island

In February 2006, two young Australians were convicted of drug smuggling in Indonesia and were sentenced to death by firing squad. Rev Christie Buckingham was spiritual adviser to one of the accused. This is her eye witness account of a night that will not be forgotten.

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