Mapantsula (1988)

During demonstrations in apartheid-era South Africa, the police arrest Panic, a “mapantsula” or petty gangster, while rounding up activists. His interrogation reveals the motivation for his involvement in the township riots. Once only concerned with partying, alcohol and his own interests, Panic finds himself being irreversibly pulled into the fray. Now, he is forced to choose between his personal freedom and taking a stand in the fight against the oppressive apartheid government.

Directing:
  • Oliver Schmitz

Writing:
  • Oliver Schmitz
  • Thomas Mogotlane

Stars:
Release Date: 1988-05-21
themoviedb icon 6.2/10
  • Country: ZA, GB
  • Language: Afrikaans | English | | isiZulu
  • Runtime: 104

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