Paljas
Synopsis
Follows the deterioration of an Afrikaner family isolated and shunned in the small community of Toorwater. Nothing seems to happen. Then a circus train loses its way and comes to rest in Toorwater, and a mysterious clown brings fresh magic to the stagnating family, but he also poses a threat to the rest of the community.
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South African Cinema: "Paljas," "Beat the Drum," & "Tornado and the Kalahari Horse Whisper
Type: Clip • Published 2011-07-21
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Katinka Heyns
- Screenplay & Story
- Chris Barnard
- Original Score
- Sue Grealy
- Original Title
- Paljas
- Country of Origin
- South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- Afrikaans
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Production Studios
- Distant Horizon
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Katinka Heyns
Chris Barnard
Sue Grealy
Avril Beukes
Anant Singh
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Katinka Heyns
Director
Chris Barnard
Writer
Anant Singh
Producer
Avril Beukes
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What is Paljas about?
Follows the deterioration of an Afrikaner family isolated and shunned in the small community of Toorwater. Nothing seems to happen. Then a circus train loses its way and comes to rest in Toorwater, and a mysterious clown brings fresh magic to the stagnating family, but he also poses a threat to the rest of the community.
Who directed Paljas?
Paljas was directed by Katinka Heyns.
Who stars in Paljas?
The principal cast of Paljas includes Marius Weyers, Aletta Bezuidenhout, Liezel van der Merwe, Larry Leyden, Jan Ellis.
When was Paljas released and how long is it?
Paljas was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 59m.
Who composed the musical score for Paljas?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Paljas was composed by Sue Grealy.