Fanie Fourie's Lobola (2013)
A heartwarming South African romantic comedy where cross-cultural love, family tradition, and the age-old custom of lobola collide with delightful results.
Fanie Fourie's Lobola - Movie Information
- Original Title: Fanie Fourie's Lobola
- Release Year: 2013
- Directed by: Henk Pretorius
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Comedy, Romance
- Runtime: 1h 37m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: Zulu, English, Afrikaans
- Release Date (Theatrical): March 1, 2013 (South Africa)
- Alternative Titles: La dot de Fanie Fourie's (FR)
- Production Countries: South Africa
Fanie Fourie's Lobola - Plot
After Fanie takes Dinky, a strong Zulu woman, to his Afrikaans family wedding, the two find an unexpectedly fun cross-cultural romance. But in order to marry Dinky, Fanie must negotiate to pay Lobola (a South African dowry).
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Fanie Fourie's Lobola - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Henk Pretorius
Main Cast
- Eduan van Jaarsveldt
- Zethu Dlomo-Mphahlele
- Jerry Mofokeng
- Marga van Rooy
- Motlatsi Mafatshe
- Chris Chameleon
- Yule Masiteng
- Connie Chiume
- Richard van der Westhuizen
- Lillian Dube
Writers
- Janine Eser
- Henk Pretorius
Producers
- Janine Eser
- Kweku Mandela
- Lance Samuels
Fanie Fourie's Lobola - FAQs
What does 'lobola' mean in the film?
Lobola is a traditional South African bride price, typically paid by the groom's family to the bride's family before marriage. In the film, Fanie must navigate the cultural and financial negotiations of paying lobola to Dinky's Zulu family, which forms the comedic and emotional heart of the story.
Who are the main actors in Fanie Fourie's Lobola?
The film stars Eduan van Jaarsveldt as Fanie Fourie and Zethu Dlomo-Mphahlele as Dinky. The supporting cast includes Jerry Mofokeng, Marga van Rooy, Motlatsi Mafatshe, Chris Chameleon, Yule Masiteng, Connie Chiume, Richard van der Westhuizen, and Lillian Dube.
What is Fanie Fourie's Lobola about?
Fanie Fourie's Lobola is a South African romantic comedy about an Afrikaans man named Fanie who falls for Dinky, a spirited Zulu woman. Their cross-cultural romance blossoms amid family chaos, and Fanie must negotiate the traditional lobola dowry to win permission to marry her.
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Is Fanie Fourie's Lobola based on a true story?
No, Fanie Fourie's Lobola is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional romantic comedy written by Janine Eser and director Henk Pretorius. However, the film draws authentically from real South African cultural traditions, particularly the Zulu practice of lobola.
Who directed Fanie Fourie's Lobola?
Fanie Fourie's Lobola was directed by Henk Pretorius, a South African filmmaker who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Janine Eser. Pretorius is known for his work in South African cinema and brings a warm, comedic sensibility to this cross-cultural love story.
What languages are spoken in Fanie Fourie's Lobola?
The film features dialogue in three languages: Zulu, English, and Afrikaans. This multilingual approach is central to the story's cross-cultural theme, reflecting the rich linguistic diversity of South Africa and the comedic misunderstandings that arise between Fanie's Afrikaans family and Dinky's Zulu family.
How long is Fanie Fourie's Lobola?
Fanie Fourie's Lobola has a runtime of 97 minutes, or approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes. The film was released in South Africa on March 1, 2013, and was directed by Henk Pretorius.
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