The Candidate
Die Kandidaat
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Gert van der Bergh
Lourens Niemand
Marie du Toit
Paula Neethling
Cobus Rossouw
Anton du Toit
Hermien Dommisse
Anna Volschenk
Roelf Jacobs
Dr. Jan le Roux
Bernadette da Silva
Jackie Smith
Tromp Terre'blanche
Prof. Hannes van Biljon
Don Leonard
Krisjan
Regardt van den Bergh
Kallie
Jacques Loots
Dominee Perold
Lourens Schultz
H.P. Greeff
Gerrie du Pré
Isak
Wilhelm Esterhuizen
Ooem Essie Esterhuizen
Andries Roux
Herman Botha
Madel Venter
Receptionist
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jans Rautenbach
- Screenplay & Story
- Jans Rautenbach, Emil Nofal
- Original Score
- Roy Martin
- Original Title
- Die Kandidaat
- Country of Origin
- South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- Afrikaans
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Emil Nofal Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jans Rautenbach
Jans Rautenbach, Emil Nofal
Roy Martin
Vincent G. Cox
Department Leadership Roster
Jans Rautenbach
Director
Roy Martin
Original Music Composer
Vincent G. Cox
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Candidate
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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 principal cast of The Candidate includes Gert van der Bergh, Marie du Toit, Cobus Rossouw, Hermien Dommisse, Roelf Jacobs.
When was The Candidate released and how long is it?
The Candidate was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for The Candidate?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Candidate was composed by Roy Martin.