Experiencing Interruptions?

Yesterday Is Gone

A suicidal man, Mongezi, is given a second chance at love and true friendship when a young neighbor, Unathi, arrives in his township community. A recluse, Mongezi has been hardened by his years in this South African community and the challenges life has brought his way. But will the compassion of a young girl change this crusty man?

  • Bennie Tshengele
    Director
  • Bennie Tshengele
    Writer
  • Katie Taylor
    Producer
    Film School Africa, Super Cute, Clarity
  • Bennie Tshengele
    Producer
  • Marie Midcalf
    Producer
  • Sive Menzi
    Producer
  • Mzwandile April
    Key Cast
    "Mr. Mo"
  • Asakhe Gogoza
    Key Cast
    "Unathi"
  • Cwenga Mjali
    Editor
    Super Cute
  • Cwenga Mjali
    Camera Operator
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    9 minutes 51 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    November 1, 2018
  • Production Budget:
    100 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    South Africa
  • Country of Filming:
    South Africa
  • Language:
    English, Xhosa
  • Shooting Format:
    HD
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes
  • Somerset West
Director Biography - Bennie Tshengele

Bennie is a young South African filmmaker, passionate about telling compelling stories with a strong focus on camerawork and actor performance. He studied at Film School Africa College in Somerset West and is currently doing internships for his 3rd year. He lives in the community of Kayamandi in Stellenbosch, South Africa.

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