Darrell James Roodt

Darrell James Roodt

Nascimento : 1962-04-28, Johannesburg, South Africa

História

Darrell Roodt (born in 1963) is a South African film director, screenwriter and producer. His film Sarafina was screened out of competition at the 1992 Cannes Film Festival.

Perfil

Darrell James Roodt

Filmes

The Furnace
Writer
Newlyweds Mary and Matt celebrate Christmas - and their passion for running - with two honeymoon tickets to Africa’s ultimate footrace, The Furnace. Their excitement to race together across the biggest animal reserve in the world has them inspired.  Then in a horrific flash, everything’s gone including Mary’s purpose for living.
The Furnace
Director
Newlyweds Mary and Matt celebrate Christmas - and their passion for running - with two honeymoon tickets to Africa’s ultimate footrace, The Furnace. Their excitement to race together across the biggest animal reserve in the world has them inspired.  Then in a horrific flash, everything’s gone including Mary’s purpose for living.
Pânico No Lago: O Legado
Director
Legacy descobre a equipe de jovens exploradores para revelar os segredos de uma área removida dos mapas modernos e escondida atrás de cercas elétricas. No entanto, uma vez que eles chegam ao centro do lago, eles descobrem uma ilha que abriga uma instalação abandonada com um legado horrível: a ilha é o lar de um predador mortal ansioso para se divertir com aqueles idiotas o suficiente para ignorar os avisos. Mas antes que eles possam voltar atrás, nossos infelizes heróis são arrastados para uma batalha por suas vidas - e precisarão trabalhar juntos se quiserem sobreviver.
Siembamba: A Canção do Mal
Director
Apesar de estar de volta a sua cidade natal e contar com uma excelente rede de apoio para cuidar de seu filho recém-nascido, Chloe van Heerden se vê completamente sobrecarregada diante dos desafios da maternidade. Ao consultar um terapeuta, ela é diagnosticada com depressão pós-parto. Seus medos e paranóias começam a ficar cada vez mais fortes conforme ela começa a escutar vozes, canções de ninar e até enxergar entidades próximas de seu bebê.
Skorokoro
Director
Mossie
Director
I am Luna van Wyk. A 14 year old girl. This is the story of Mignon "Mossie" Van Wyk, my older sister. Oh and her best friend Adriaan Prinsloo, who I think she should marry. But that's just me. For some weird reason Mossie falls in love with older guys - enter Leon Rossouw - obviously without a shirt. This is a story about love, naturally, but it's more about being a teenager and how rough life can be. It's a story about monsters and running shoes. About letting go and holding on. About friendship. It's a story about my sister and how she learns to fly.
Shooting Star
Director
The gripping true story of musical prodigy Phillip Schuman, a 15-year-old boy whose real-world pain threatens to overshadow the light of his incredible talent as a world renown pianist. A father and son story that promises to touch every viewer, Shooting Star is an inspirational film that highlights the beauty of our God-given talents, while also pointing to the power of forgiveness and healing.
Love & Me
Director
The only cure prescribed for a broken heart is a heavy dose of love and some Christmas pudding. Dr Louis van Est is a professional when it comes to the anatomy of the human body, yet he knows nothing about the condition of the human heart. As a GP, he is not the stereotypical clean cut doctor; in fact he retreats home to his laptop where he escapes from his bland life to another world world. Ella Gouws, a straightforward, straight-speaking thirty year old, has been wounded by love one too many times and won't let anyone close enough to break her already broken heart, again apart from her online chat buddy with whom she shares her dreams, thoughts and philosophies.
Son
Director
1981. Apartheid is taking a heavy toll on South Africa. Townships are burning, and on the border with Angola, a war is raging. Young men are called up to military duty right after school, and sent to battle the "Rooi Gevaar" the threat of communist oppression. Paul is one of those boys. He is smart, handsome, and ambitious, with dreams of becoming a medical doctor one day. The story starts during the summer holiday, after Paul has matriculated. He is determined to enjoy these few weeks before he has to report to the military. In January, Paul leaves for the Army, basic training,and finally, the war on the border. During a skirmish with the enemy, Paul is seriously wounded. He gets sent home, and everything is in jeopardy. Can Paul put together the very broken pieces of his life?
Son
Writer
1981. Apartheid is taking a heavy toll on South Africa. Townships are burning, and on the border with Angola, a war is raging. Young men are called up to military duty right after school, and sent to battle the "Rooi Gevaar" the threat of communist oppression. Paul is one of those boys. He is smart, handsome, and ambitious, with dreams of becoming a medical doctor one day. The story starts during the summer holiday, after Paul has matriculated. He is determined to enjoy these few weeks before he has to report to the military. In January, Paul leaves for the Army, basic training,and finally, the war on the border. During a skirmish with the enemy, Paul is seriously wounded. He gets sent home, and everything is in jeopardy. Can Paul put together the very broken pieces of his life?
Treurgrond
Director
Treurgrond tells the painful story of a farming community in South Africa trying to survive the numerous farm attacks confronting farmers almost every day. These gruesome acts affect not just those closely related to the victims, but set in motion a chain of events. Amidst the pressure and anxiety increased by the growing number of farm murders, Lukas Van Staden tries to protect his family, his friends and his farm.
Alles Wat Mal Is
Director
Helena Joubert lost herself somewhere between her Varsity love, the big, crazy wedding, and her two hyperactive kids. She and hubby Gustav exchanged their passionate relationship for a permanent seize-fire. The once uninhibited and vibrant journalist is now just a few fading photographs on the wall. And then, her world is shattered when Gustav apparently starts an affair with the very big investor who just might be the savior of his company – Elzaan Mostert. Enter Helena’s alter ego, the can-do, let’s-make-a-plan, nothing-is-impossible younger version of herself. Alter Ego comes up with the idea of starting a blog called Alles wat Mal is (Everything Crazy), documenting Helena’s hectic life, and her quest to win back Gustav’s affection, and put a spark back into her marriage.
Safari - Predadores Mortais
Director
Na savana africana, dominada por predadores selvagens e caçadores ilegais, uma filmagem é encontrada. Nela, pode-se ver a história de Mbali, uma jovem zulu que conhece um grupo de turistas americanos em um safári na África do Sul. Obcecados por filmar sua aventura e ignorando o risco da situação, os turistas decidem entrar em campos de caça inexplorados, onde acabam sendo forçados a enfrentar os animais selvagens para salvar suas vidas.
The Ballad of Robbie de Wee
Director
Len van Jaarsveld used to be on the top of his game. As one of the country’s leading music producers he had it all: the stars, the hits, the connections and the. But it all came crashing down: his wife left him, his bands abandoned him, the creditors moved in and he found himself on the street with nothing. As he’s about to hit rock bottom Len is introduced to a rising new star Robbie de Wee. A shy young man with an amazing natural talent, this youngster has success written all over him. Len sees this kid as a ticket back into the music industry and he’s determined to make him a star. He takes Robbie on, organizing tours, publicity, music videos and helps Robbie climb the ladder to stardom while rediscovering his own formidable business talents. But when a young girl is found dead in the singer’s hotel room, Len goes into overdrive to protect his star from the media and the authorities.
Little One
Writer
Little One is a story about ordinary people living day to day in a poverty-stricken environment where despite the crime and tough living conditions there is still hope and love to be found.
Little One
Director
Little One is a story about ordinary people living day to day in a poverty-stricken environment where despite the crime and tough living conditions there is still hope and love to be found.
Stilte
Writer
A talented singer is on the verge of realizing her dream when a terrible tragedy strikes. She survives the ordeal and relocates to a farm in Oudtshoorn where she undergoes a journey of regaining her faith and purpose in life.
Stilte
Director
A talented singer is on the verge of realizing her dream when a terrible tragedy strikes. She survives the ordeal and relocates to a farm in Oudtshoorn where she undergoes a journey of regaining her faith and purpose in life.
Winnie Mandela
Director
A drama that chronicles the life of Winnie Mandela from her childhood through her marriage and her husband's incarceration.
Jakhalsdans
Director
This movie is set in the Karoo town of Loxton. A young mother and daughter and is shocked to discover that the local school will shortly be closing due to financial difficulty. The townsfolk need to raise half a million Rand. They decides to hold a music concert to raise the money, and sets about recruiting artists to help. However her reclusive neighbour whom she has had a tiff with turns out to have a few surprises ... which may or may not help her greatly...
Lullaby
Director
An American mother receives word that her drug addled son has been kidnapped by a drug lord operating in South Africa.
Zimbabwe
Cinematography
Amidst failed harvests and the threat of AIDS, Zimbabweans look for work, preferably in South Africa. But their illegal status and xenophobic whites do not make life any easier in the neighbouring state.
Zimbabwe
Writer
Amidst failed harvests and the threat of AIDS, Zimbabweans look for work, preferably in South Africa. But their illegal status and xenophobic whites do not make life any easier in the neighbouring state.
Zimbabwe
Director
Amidst failed harvests and the threat of AIDS, Zimbabweans look for work, preferably in South Africa. But their illegal status and xenophobic whites do not make life any easier in the neighbouring state.
Meisie
Writer
A girl gifted at mathematics has her want for education suppressed by an overbearing father, he expects her to heard goats and sees no value to learning. Her journey to self empowerment
Meisie
Director
A girl gifted at mathematics has her want for education suppressed by an overbearing father, he expects her to heard goats and sees no value to learning. Her journey to self empowerment
Caçados
Screenplay
A família Newman está em férias na África. Eles planejam um safári a uma reserva animal, mas Tom não embarca devido a pendências urgentes no trabalho. Com isto viajam apenas Jessica e David, seus filhos, e Amy, a nova esposa de Tom. Para tornar a viagem mais emocionante Brian, o guarda da reserva, decide levá-los por um caminho alternativo. Eles param ao chegar no Rio do Crocodilo, que agora nada mais é do que um leito de rio vasto e seco. É quando eles encontram um grupo de leões famintos, que passa a persegui-los.
Caçados
Director
A família Newman está em férias na África. Eles planejam um safári a uma reserva animal, mas Tom não embarca devido a pendências urgentes no trabalho. Com isto viajam apenas Jessica e David, seus filhos, e Amy, a nova esposa de Tom. Para tornar a viagem mais emocionante Brian, o guarda da reserva, decide levá-los por um caminho alternativo. Eles param ao chegar no Rio do Crocodilo, que agora nada mais é do que um leito de rio vasto e seco. É quando eles encontram um grupo de leões famintos, que passa a persegui-los.
Diamante de Sangue
Producer
Quando a Guerra Civil se enfurece na década de 1990 em Serra Leoa, dois homens, um branco sul-africano mercenário e um pescador negro, se juntam em uma busca para recuperar uma joia rara que tem o poder de transformar suas vidas. Com a ajuda de uma jornalista norte-americana, os homens embarcam em uma jornada perigosa através do território rebelde para conseguir seu objetivo.
Number 10
Director
Cryptid
Director
Gruesome murders of South African farmers spur reports of a possible "cryptid" - a creature known in local legends or myths but as yet unknown to modern science. The worldwide news coverage of the gruesome murder attracts an international team of scientists to the remote area which is considered by some to be the "cradle of civilization".
Faith's Corner
Director
The storyline follows Faith and her two young sons, who live on the streets of Johannesburg as she works a busy street junction begging from passing motorists. With the little money she makes she tries to raise her children, although they often go to sleep hungry and scared. Faith not only has to face the apathy of the wealthy elite that pass her every day but also the distrust and anger of the locals. —bizcommunity.com
Yesterday
Screenplay
After falling ill, Yesterday learns that she is HIV positive. With her husband in denial and young daughter to tend to, Yesterday's one goal is to live long enough to see her child go to school.
Yesterday
Director
After falling ill, Yesterday learns that she is HIV positive. With her husband in denial and young daughter to tend to, Yesterday's one goal is to live long enough to see her child go to school.
Dracula 3000
Author
No ano 3000, o navio de salvamento do espaço profundo, a Mãe III, localiza a nave estilhaçada Deméter no Sistema dos Cárpatos. O capitão Abraham Van Helsing e sua tripulação composta pela assistente loira Aurora Ash; o aleijado navegador Arthur "The Professor" Holmwood, que acredita ser um gênio; o forte e mudo Humvee; a estagiária Mina Murry; e o viciado em drogas, 187, decide reivindicar a posse de Deméter. Ao explorar a espaçonave, eles viram uma fita de cinquenta anos atrás do capitão Varna dizendo que ele estava trancado em sua cabine desde que sua tripulação estava agindo de forma estranha depois de pegar uma carga de caixões na estação da Transilvânia. Quando 187 decide procurar nos caixões alguma droga escondida, ele corta a mão e seu sangue desperta Conde Orlock, também conhecido como Conde Drácula. Quando Aurora revela quem é Drácula, os sobreviventes tentam encontrar uma maneira de destruir o vampiro
Dracula 3000
Director
No ano 3000, o navio de salvamento do espaço profundo, a Mãe III, localiza a nave estilhaçada Deméter no Sistema dos Cárpatos. O capitão Abraham Van Helsing e sua tripulação composta pela assistente loira Aurora Ash; o aleijado navegador Arthur "The Professor" Holmwood, que acredita ser um gênio; o forte e mudo Humvee; a estagiária Mina Murry; e o viciado em drogas, 187, decide reivindicar a posse de Deméter. Ao explorar a espaçonave, eles viram uma fita de cinquenta anos atrás do capitão Varna dizendo que ele estava trancado em sua cabine desde que sua tripulação estava agindo de forma estranha depois de pegar uma carga de caixões na estação da Transilvânia. Quando 187 decide procurar nos caixões alguma droga escondida, ele corta a mão e seu sangue desperta Conde Orlock, também conhecido como Conde Drácula. Quando Aurora revela quem é Drácula, os sobreviventes tentam encontrar uma maneira de destruir o vampiro
Sax Rohmer's Sumuru
Director
Based on Sax Rohmer's cult novels "Sumuru", the futuristic fantasy take you to an Earth colony in the far future in which woman rule and men are used to propagate the race and work in the mines..
Pavement
Director
Samuel Browne is a tracker in Alaska. When his sister meets a grisly death in San Francisco, he goes there to hunt her killer. As more murders occur, police investigator Buckley Clarke reluctantly joins forces with Sam. The brass are convinced this is a serial killer choosing victims at random, but Sam and Buckley discover a pattern involving health personnel who work in neonatal intensive care. Doctors aren't supposed to play god, but someone's decision years before has driven a killer over the brink. Can they find him?
O Enigma Dos Diamantes
Writer
The Queen's Messenger is called to convey vital dispatches to a highly secretive conference called to combat the activities of modern poachers who threaten the economies of many African states.
O Enigma Dos Diamantes
Director
The Queen's Messenger is called to convey vital dispatches to a highly secretive conference called to combat the activities of modern poachers who threaten the economies of many African states.
Matadora de Aluguel
Director
Sam Kaner é o ex-mafioso que tenta livrar-se do mundo do crime. Assim muda de identidade e abre uma livraria no interior dos EUA. Certo dia a bela Crystal entra na loja e, ao sair, é atropelada. Ela sobrevive, mas acorda com amnésia. Sam tenta ajudá-la a reconstruir o passado, mas ao juntar as informações descobre relação com sua própria história. Eis que chega à cidade o ex-amante de Crystal, decidido a terminar o serviço que ela deveria ter feito: matar Sam.
Dangerous Ground
Writer
Vusi Madlazi returns to the South African village he left as a young boy to bury his father. He meets up with his brother Ernest, who tells him their other brother Stephen couldn't be contacted. Vusi goes to Johannesburg to find him, but at first can only find his neighbor/girlfriend, Karin, a stripper. Vusi proceeds to learn how conditions have changed since the end of apartheid, not always for the better for black men.
Dangerous Ground
Director
Vusi Madlazi returns to the South African village he left as a young boy to bury his father. He meets up with his brother Ernest, who tells him their other brother Stephen couldn't be contacted. Vusi goes to Johannesburg to find him, but at first can only find his neighbor/girlfriend, Karin, a stripper. Vusi proceeds to learn how conditions have changed since the end of apartheid, not always for the better for black men.
Os Deserdados
Director
A South-African preacher goes to search for his wayward son who has committed a crime in the big city.
Um Pai Fujão
Director
Jack Charles é um malandro prestes a realizar um grande negócio, até que ele recebe a visita de Kelly, sua filha adolescente. Ela está fugindo da instituição onde mora desde a morte da mãe, e a condenação do pai, e quer a ajuda dele para tirar seu irmão caçula Eddie de um orfanato. Relutante a princípio, Jack a ajuda e acaba gostando da ideia de ser pai. Mas quando as autoridades querem levar seus filhos, os três vão atravessar o país em fuga.
Sarafina! O Som da Liberdade
Director
Ima jovem estudante negra chamada Sarafina é mais interessada em garotos do que em direitos civis. Só que quando sua brilhante professora Mary Masembuko ensina aos alunos sobre a opressão sofrida pelos africanos negros, Sarafina adquire uma consciência política sobre a sua realidade. Ao lado de seus colegas, ela organiza um levante, com direito a números musicais, para abrir os olhos dos demais em relação às restrições impostas pelo governo.
To the Death
Story
Kickboxing champ Rick Quinn decides to retire from the ring, but his main adversary, Denard, wants him to fight again and murders Quinn's wife. Quinn suspects Denard, but can't do anything. Three month later, Quinn is jailed after a drunken bar brawl; a rich man named Le Braque bails him out and asks him to fight for him.
To the Death
Director
Kickboxing champ Rick Quinn decides to retire from the ring, but his main adversary, Denard, wants him to fight again and murders Quinn's wife. Quinn suspects Denard, but can't do anything. Three month later, Quinn is jailed after a drunken bar brawl; a rich man named Le Braque bails him out and asks him to fight for him.
Jobman
Writer
When the deaf-mute son of a black preacher refuses to accept menial labor he's ostracised from the farm community he lives in.
Jobman
Director
When the deaf-mute son of a black preacher refuses to accept menial labor he's ostracised from the farm community he lives in.
The Stick
Writer
A squad (stick) of South African soldiers is sent into the bush to track down some rebel fighters when things take a supernatural turn.
The Stick
Director
A squad (stick) of South African soldiers is sent into the bush to track down some rebel fighters when things take a supernatural turn.
Place of Weeping
Director
South Africa has a conflicted past, a beautiful landscape, and Africa's strongest economic engine. The multiple ethnic groups give the country vitality and instability. View the multicultural cities, and the striking rural environments.
City of Blood
Writer
A medical examiner investigating a series of prostitute murders discovers that the culprit is an ancient tribal witch doctor come back to life.
City of Blood
Director
A medical examiner investigating a series of prostitute murders discovers that the culprit is an ancient tribal witch doctor come back to life.
Tenth of a Second
Director
"Tenth of a Second" is the account of one man's desperate attempt to fight the oppressive apartheid regime of South Africa. This political thriller centres around Michael Wilder (James Whyle), a schoolteacher and political activist, with a failing marriage. Wilder is a member of the "Organisation" which is involved in subversive activities against the state. One day, Raymond (Nicky Rebelo), a fellow member, visits Wilder and leaves him with a suitcase containing a bomb. Wilder is expected to place in a busy shopping centre. But things do not go according to plan and the consequences of his actions result in devastating effects for Wilder and his grip on reality.