Fanie Fourie’s Lobola

In this South African romantic comedy, the story follows the unlikely romance between Fanie, an Afrikaans man, and Dinky, a Zulu woman, as they navigate cultural differences and family expectations. The film humorously explores themes of love, tradition, and identity, set against the vibrant backdrop of contemporary South Africa. Directed by Henk Pretorius, it features standout performances by Eduan van Jaarsveldt and Zethu Dlomo. The film won the Audience Award at the 2013 Seattle International Film Festival. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.