Experimental Festival
AFDA Study Year: 3rd Year
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Running Time: 12
Rating: V
Viewing Restriction: 13
After a terrible car accident, the Nkosi siblings, Thembi and Bongani, find themselves in s surreal world (Hotel Limbo). Hosted by the enigmatic Mr Kwoth, Thembi is forced to overcome her naivety and gullible nature. The siblings are tasked to play a deadly game of rock, paper scissors exchanging their win for a memory of their waking life as they confront their past and the consequences of their choices. In the final round, Thembi sacrifices her life for Bongani’’s survival, showcasing her growth and courage. The film explores themes of fate, family bonds and the weight of decisions whilst investigating the connection between sleep and death.
Tanaka Chivaviro - Thato Benani
Adamo Gardelli - Okuhle Zulu
Writer - Tebogo Mmadi
Director - Mamello Ngoepe , Mashudu Malada
Associate Producer - Logan Gordon
Associate Producer - Sinakhokonke Hlatshwayo
Cinematographer - Bongani Dlamini, Nokukhanya Mohlamme
Production Designer - Anathi Gcilitshana, Annelisa Ndlovu
Costume, Make-up and Styling - Neliswa Fakudze
Editor - Daniel Rebello
Sound Design - Kutlwano Morobane
Composer - Monde Dunywa
Visual Effects - Charles Neo-Hanger Cooper
Data Wrangler - Chumani Guzana
Colourist/Grader - Bongani Dlamini, Nokukhanya Mohlamme, Chumani Guzana