About

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Birthday:
1936-02-22
Place of birth:
Boksburg, South Africa
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Jans Rautenbach

Overview

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.

Known for

Directing
2015 Abraham Directing Director 59
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1984 Niemand weint für immer Directing Director N/A
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1984 Broer Matie Directing Director N/A
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1981 Blink Stefaans Directing Director N/A
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1975 Eendag op 'n Reëndag Directing Director N/A
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1974 Ongewenste Vreemdeling Directing Director N/A
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1971 Pappa Lap 'n Verhaal van n pa en sy dogter Directing Director N/A
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1970 Farewell Johnny Directing Director N/A
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1969 Katrina Directing Director 59
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1968 The Candidate Directing Director 59
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1966 The Ever Free Directing Director N/A
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Writing
2015 Abraham Writing Writer 59
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1984 Broer Matie Writing Writer N/A
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1981 Blink Stefaans Writing Writer N/A
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1975 Eendag op 'n Reëndag Writing Writer N/A
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1974 Ongewenste Vreemdeling Writing Screenplay N/A
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1970 Farewell Johnny Writing Writer N/A
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1968 The Candidate Writing Story 59
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Production
1984 Broer Matie Production Producer N/A
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1965 King Hendrik Production Associate Producer N/A
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