A Lucky Man
“Based on the life of Ernie 'Lastig' Solomon.”
Synopsis
Based upon the real-life story of Ernie “Lastig” Solomon, a legendary gangster from the violent and crime-ridden area known as the Cape Flats, a depressed peri-urban sprawl abutting the world-acclaimed city of Cape Town. Ernie Solomon is a man in search of his identity. Is he the product of his circumstances, a victim of fate, or a violent criminal destined to live on the periphery of society? Or is he a “lucky man”, one who discovers that he must become a self-directed agent, a master of his own destiny? “A Lucky Man” explores the question of identity and morality in a society circumscribed by social engineering and by fate. A complex, powerful life story told through the eyes of a “lucky man” who spent most of it watching his back and who now faces the future in the knowledge of his hard fought-for and found sense of self.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official "A Lucky Man" trailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-01-25
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Levi du Plooy
Ernie Junior
Jarrid Geduld
Ernie Young Adult
Keenan Arrison
Ernie Adult
Tauriq Jenkins
Desmond 3
Travis Snyders
Desmond 2
Anathe Shand
Brenda
Dinayo Fisher
Ernie's Daughter
Bronwyn van Graan
Faye
Ya'qoob Isaacs
Desmond 1
Theresa Williams
Ester
David Isaacs
Eddie
Neil Roberts
Gambling Croupier
Antonio Fisher
Jules
Gezelle Collison
Ginney
Shanville Brandt
Michael
Luke Jensen
Corrupt Policeman
Rosco Roman
Ernie's Guest
Hilton Adriaanse
As Himself
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gordon Clark
- Screenplay & Story
- Gordon Clark
- Original Score
- Ross McDonald, Myles Mcdonald
- Original Title
- A Lucky Man
- Spoken Languages
- Afrikaans, English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gordon Clark
Gordon Clark
Ross McDonald, Myles Mcdonald
Josh Borrill
Mark Fyfe, Gordon Clark
Department Leadership Roster
Josh Borrill
Editor
Mark Fyfe
Producer
Gordon Clark
Director
Gordon Clark
Writer
Gordon Clark
Producer
Ross McDonald
Original Music Composer
Myles Mcdonald
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Lucky Man
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What is A Lucky Man about?
Based upon the real-life story of Ernie “Lastig” Solomon, a legendary gangster from the violent and crime-ridden area known as the Cape Flats, a depressed peri-urban sprawl abutting the world-acclaimed city of Cape Town. Ernie Solomon is a man in search of his identity. Is he the product of his circumstances, a victim of fate, or a violent criminal destined to live on the periphery of society? Or is he a “lucky man”, one who discovers that he must become a self-directed agent, a master of his own destiny? “A Lucky Man” explores the question of identity and morality in a society circumscribed by social engineering and by fate. A complex, powerful life story told through the eyes of a “lucky man” who spent most of it watching his back and who now faces the future in the knowledge of his hard fought-for and found sense of self.
Who directed A Lucky Man?
A Lucky Man was directed by Gordon Clark.
Who stars in A Lucky Man?
The principal cast of A Lucky Man includes Levi du Plooy, Jarrid Geduld, Keenan Arrison, Tauriq Jenkins, Travis Snyders.
When was A Lucky Man released and how long is it?
A Lucky Man was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.
Who composed the musical score for A Lucky Man?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Lucky Man was composed by Ross McDonald, Myles Mcdonald.