Variations on a Theme
Variasies op 'n tema
Synopsis
An elderly goat herder falls victim to a scam promising long-awaited reparations for her father's WWII service. Structured as a series of recurring visual 'variations', Variations on a Theme is a portrait of endurance and loss.
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Variations on a Theme | 2026 | Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-03-04
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jason Jacobs, Devon Delmar
- Screenplay & Story
- Devon Delmar, Jason Jacobs
- Original Score
- Mikhaila Alyssa Smith
- Original Title
- Variasies op 'n tema
- Country of Origin
- South Africa, Netherlands, Qatar
- Spoken Languages
- Afrikaans
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Kraal, Interakt, Meria Productions, DFI, Hubert Bals Fund
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jason Jacobs, Devon Delmar
Devon Delmar, Jason Jacobs
Mikhaila Alyssa Smith
Devon Delmar
Jason Jacobs, Devon Delmar, Annemarie du Plessis, Mira Mendel
Department Leadership Roster
Jason Jacobs
Director
Devon Delmar
Director
Devon Delmar
Writer
Jason Jacobs
Writer
Jason Jacobs
Producer
Devon Delmar
Producer
Annemarie du Plessis
Producer
Mira Mendel
Producer
Devon Delmar
Editor
Cleveland Hopp
Production Design
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What is Variations on a Theme about?
An elderly goat herder falls victim to a scam promising long-awaited reparations for her father's WWII service. Structured as a series of recurring visual 'variations', Variations on a Theme is a portrait of endurance and loss.
Who directed Variations on a Theme?
Variations on a Theme was directed by Jason Jacobs, Devon Delmar.
Who stars in Variations on a Theme?
The principal cast of Variations on a Theme includes Hettie Farmer, Gladwin van Niekerk, Magdalena Links, Regan Nontas, Albertus Smit.
When was Variations on a Theme released and how long is it?
Variations on a Theme was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Variations on a Theme?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Variations on a Theme was composed by Mikhaila Alyssa Smith.