Short Reviews  Package 2

Bergie

Bergie, is a law enforcement officer assisting the officials in a 10km race on a stretch of the sidewalk that is occupied with homeless citizens and are upset about moving. ! has died overnight and all the others are very angry about the death and why they should be disturbed. The race officials cannot handle the situation and Bergie has to restore order and call an ambulance. 

An engaging short film.

 Director:            Dian Weys 

• Year:
  2022
• Runtime:
  7 minutes
• Language:
  Afrikaans, English

Awards:–

– 2023 Official Selection Palm Springs International Short Fest

– 2023 International Competition Selection: Tampere Film Festival

Shame

Based on a poem by ‘(EwB) co-founder, Cecil Hershler, this short film was proudly produced by Education without Borders

Through the medium of dance, the film tells the story of a young girl  in a South African township. 13 year old Onitha, experiences sexual violence by a trusted family member and with shame and rejection she confides in her teacher who  shies away from the issue and does not report it. 

As time passes, guilt consumes him, manifesting as a tormenting figure representing the shame of inaction and silence. “Shame” becomes his constant companion.

The dance sequences are wonderful and emphasize the gravity of the situation- A very well directed, acted and produced film!

 Director:      Jo Galloway

Year:             2024   Runtime:     14 minutes , Language:   English
Country:      South Africa

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