Director

Jans Rautenbach

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Directed movies: 4Directed series: 0All crew credits: 9

TMDB ID: 1164852

IMDb ID: nm0712192

Known for: Directing

Born: February 22, 1936

Died: November 2, 2016

Age: 80

Place of birth: Boksburg, South Africa

Gender: Male

Adult content flag: No

Career span: 1968 - 2015

Years active: 48

Wikidata: Q6155523

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Biography

Jans Rautenbach was a South African screenwriter, film producer, and director, regarded as a pioneer of modern South African cinema. Originally trained as a clinical psychologist, he transitioned into filmmaking, working initially for Jamie Uys Film Productions. Rautenbach's directorial debut, Die Kandidaat (1968), was controversial for its perceived criticism of the apartheid system and faced censorship. His other significant works include Katrina (1969) and Jannie Totsiens (1970), which are noted for their bold storytelling and social commentary. After a hiatus, he returned to filmmaking with Abraham (2015), which was well-received at the South African box office. Rautenbach passed away in Mossel Bay on November 2, 2016, leaving a lasting impact on South African cinema.

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