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The Candidate (1968)

Movie ★ 6.8 105 min

This multi-faceted drama, which depicts a group of intellectual Afrikaners struggling with pertinent moral, ethical and racial issues in apartheid South Africa, is widely acknowledged as one of Jans Rautenbach’s finest films.

Jans Rautenbach Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 27, 1968
Runtime
105 min
IMDb
tt0345486
Language
Studio
Emil Nofal Productions

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Candidate about?
This multi-faceted drama, which depicts a group of intellectual Afrikaners struggling with pertinent moral, ethical and racial issues in apartheid South Africa, is widely acknowledged as one of Jans Rautenbach’s finest films.
Who directed The Candidate?
The Candidate was directed by Jans Rautenbach.
Who stars in The Candidate?
The Candidate stars Gert van der Bergh, Marie du Toit, Cobus Rossouw, Hermien Dommisse.
When was The Candidate released?
The Candidate is a 1968 drama film.
Where can I watch The Candidate?
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