The Candidate (1968)
This multi-faceted drama, which depicts a group of intellectual Afrikaners struggling with pertinent moral, ethical and racial issues in apartheid South Africa, is widely acknowledged as one of Jans Rautenbach’s finest films.
Director: Jans Rautenbach
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 105 min
Release Date: May 27, 1968
Cast
- Gert van der Bergh - Lourens Niemand
- Marie du Toit - Paula Neethling
- Cobus Rossouw - Anton du Toit
- Hermien Dommisse - Anna Volschenk
- Roelf Jacobs - Dr. Jan le Roux
- Bernadette da Silva - Jackie Smith
- Tromp Terre'blanche - Prof. Hannes van Biljon
- Don Leonard - Krisjan
- Regardt van den Bergh - Kallie
- Jacques Loots - Dominee Perold
Screenplay
- Emil Nofal (Story)
- Jans Rautenbach (Story)
Music: Roy Martin
Cinematography: Vincent G. Cox
Production: Emil Nofal Productions
Country: South Africa
Language: Afrikaans
Original Language: af
Themes
Social Commentary and Reflection
Keywords
south africa, apartheid, racism
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Candidate about?
- This multi-faceted drama, which depicts a group of intellectual Afrikaners struggling with pertinent moral, ethical and racial issues in apartheid South Africa, is widely acknowledged as one of Jans Rautenbach’s finest films.
- Who directed The Candidate?
- The Candidate was directed by Jans Rautenbach.
- Who stars in The Candidate?
- The Candidate stars Gert van der Bergh, Marie du Toit, Cobus Rossouw, Hermien Dommisse, Roelf Jacobs, Bernadette da Silva.
- How long is The Candidate?
- The Candidate has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
- What genre is The Candidate?
- The Candidate is a Drama film.
- Where was The Candidate produced?
- The Candidate was produced in South Africa.
- What are the themes of The Candidate?
- The themes of The Candidate include: Social Commentary and Reflection.