South African Film Festival

Illusion of Distance

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Available May 11, 2025 12:00 AM UTC
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"Illusion of Distance" explores the lasting impact of the Apartheid era on individuals like Boeta Allie, an 80-year-old man labeled as "coloured" under the Apartheid regime. Separated from his childhood friend Isaac Mbenyane due to racial segregation, Boeta Allie shares a poignant story of friendship disrupted by forced removals that tore apart communities in District 6 and scattered families across the Cape Flats. Despite living in neighboring areas - Langa and Bonteheuwel separated only by a highway - pass laws and movement restrictions prevented Boeta Allie and Isaac from reuniting for over 70 years. Join Boeta Allie on a heartfelt journey, accompanied by filmmaker Sapho Wulana, as he seeks to reconnect with his long-lost friend Isaac.

  • Year
    2024
  • Runtime
    10 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    South Africa
  • Awards
    Silver Award - International Tourism Film Festival Africa 2024, Honourable Mention - Africa USA International Film Festival 2024, YAFMA - Young African Filmmakers Award 2024 Nomination
  • Director
    Jordy Sank
  • Screenwriter
    Jordy Sank, Marista van Eeden, Gabriella Blumberg
  • Producer
    Gabriella Blumberg
  • Cast
    Lida Botha, Jacques Bessenger, June van Merch, Susanne Beyers, Theresa Sedras, Laura Lee Mostert, Johann Vermaak
  • Cinematographer
    Gavin Pincus
  • Editor
    Esther Badenhorst
  • Production Design
    Sim Rossouw
  • Composer
    Edward George King
  • Sound Design
    Morné Marais