"Master Harold" ...and the Boys (2020)
A poignant coming of age story and exploration of a friendship between a young white boy, and the two adult black men he has grown up around, against the backdrop of the oppressive, divisive apartheid laws of the time. Although society dictates their education are worlds apart, Sam has helped guide Hally from boy to manhood, educating him about the realities and injustices of the world, while Hally in turn teaches Sam what he has learnt at school. Their friendship has taken on an almost fatherly role for Hally, as he struggles with the strained relationship with his alcoholic father. During their debates and reminiscing on the rainy afternoon, Sam and Willy talk about their dreams of winning a ball room competition—their 'world without collisions'—a metaphor for their aspirations and yearning to create a better life for themselves. The peace is broken with the news Hally's drunken father is returning home, unleashing an anger in Hally that leads to an unprecedented bigoted outburst.
Cast
- Desmond Dube - Sam
- Kai Luke Brummer - Hally
- Siya Mayola - Willie
Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is "Master Harold" ...and the Boys about?
- A poignant coming of age story and exploration of a friendship between a young white boy, and the two adult black men he has grown up around, against the backdrop of the oppressive, divisive apartheid laws of the time. Although society dictates their education are worlds apart, Sam has helped guide Hally from boy to manhood, educating him about the realities and injustices of the world, while Hally in turn teaches Sam what he has learnt at school. Their friendship has taken on an almost fatherly role for Hally, as he struggles with the strained relationship with his alcoholic father. During their debates and reminiscing on the rainy afternoon, Sam and Willy talk about their dreams of winning a ball room competition—their 'world without collisions'—a metaphor for their aspirations and yearning to create a better life for themselves. The peace is broken with the news Hally's drunken father is returning home, unleashing an anger in Hally that leads to an unprecedented bigoted outburst.
- Who directed "Master Harold" ...and the Boys?
- "Master Harold" ...and the Boys was directed by Greg Karvellas.
- Who stars in "Master Harold" ...and the Boys?
- "Master Harold" ...and the Boys stars Desmond Dube, Kai Luke Brummer, Siya Mayola.
- How long is "Master Harold" ...and the Boys?
- "Master Harold" ...and the Boys has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- Where was "Master Harold" ...and the Boys produced?
- "Master Harold" ...and the Boys was produced in South Africa.