Narrative Short
Official Selection
A SHEPHERD'S JOY
Directed by Lungisani Lucas Gwadiso
Synopsis
Set in the rural villages of Matatiele, A Shepherd's Joy follows Gcinikhaya, a disheartened school dropout sent to work as a herd boy for a wealthy livestock owner. Guided by his father and driven by a renewed sense of purpose, Gcinikhaya discovers a way to restore the flock's fertility and transforms himself into a skilled and compassionate shepherd, using music, patience, and kindness to tend the animals.
Screening Schedule
October 10, 2026 · 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Screen Two
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