Graduation Festival
AFDA Study Year: Honors
Genre: Drama
Running Time: 23
Rating: L
Viewing Restriction: 16
“#SheWasNext” is a powerful student short film that sheds light on the harsh realities of gender-based violence in South Africa. Inspired by real-life events, the story follows Buhle and her friend group as she navigates a society that often silences victims and protects perpetrators. Through raw emotion and vivid storytelling, the film captures the strength of survivors and the urgency of systemic change.
Nzuzo Dlamini - Buhle
Blessing Ramoroka - Lerato
Lesego Ngoyi - Kelebogile (Kele)
Luphelele Ndlovu - Lihle
Siyanda Masindi - Zuko
Makhosazane Zondi - Keles Mother
Sbongakonke Nzimande - Antagonist
Lwazi Khumalo - Sbonelo (Sbo)
Writer - Siphesihle Manjiya
Director - Thato Tsoai
Executive Producer - Angie Mills
Associate Producer - Jessica Hlongwane
Associate Producer - Mbali Mhlongo Buce
Cinematographer - Batlang Lethabo Tsikang
Editor - Rachel Tolman
Sound Design - Makhosazane Zondi
Visual Effects - Fumane Moloi
Data Wrangler - Inga Ntshibongo
Colourist/Grader - Batlanf Lethabo Tsikang