Experiencing Interruptions?

The People's War

Set in 1986, at the height of the armed struggle in South Africa, The People’s War is a political thriller revolving around Isaac – a highly-trained, yet embittered freedom fighter, who falls in love with a fragile and lonely young woman. As their relationship grows stronger, Isaac’s loyalty to his duty and to his best friend and comrade, Mokotla becomes increasingly strained. Ultimately, Isaac is forced to choose between the woman he loves, and the cause he has vowed to uphold...

  • Roland Tomlinson
    Director
  • Roland Tomlinson
    Writer
  • Zonke Mkhonto
    Producer
  • Pamela Zote
    Producer
  • Richard Lukunku
    Key Cast
  • Thato Dhladla
    Key Cast
  • Merveline Ferris
    Key Cast
  • Justin Strydom
    Key Cast
  • Rudy Kindler
    Director of Photography
  • Markus van Schalkwyk
    Editor
  • Project Type:
    Student
  • Runtime:
    48 minutes 49 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 1, 2017
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    South Africa
  • Country of Filming:
    South Africa
  • Language:
    Afrikaans, English, Other
  • Shooting Format:
    Sony PMW-F3
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes
Director - Roland Tomlinson