PROTEA

Desmond Denton |
South Africa |
2025 |
60Min |
Afrikaans, English
Step into a world undone in Protea, the latest Afrikaans film by visionary director Desmond Denton. Set in a post-apocalyptic Cape Town, the story follows Dante, a former military commander turned bounty hunter, as he navigates a desolate city where water is the ultimate currency. When a desperate father hires Dante to rescue his son, the mission unravels hidden truths, challenging Dante’s loyalties and igniting a quest for redemption. With stunning visuals and a narrative that explores humanity’s resilience, PROTEA is a cinematic journey of sacrifice, survival, and the untamed human spirit.
Desmond Denton
Desmond Denton
Domnique Bruni
Desmond Denton, Vera Denton
Eric Uys, Christine Tesco, Greg Kriek, Jenny Umhau, Abdurgaman Adams, Scot Cooper, Rico Hatting, Daisy May, Paul Steyn, Bernadette Beyer, Chase Lutron, Mel Jo Pel

Screenings

24 Jul 19:30 Suncoast 5

Desmond Denton

As the years unfolded, so did Desmond’s ambition. He sought wisdom in the halls of academia, studying the intricacies of communication and the depths of human psychology. It wasn’t just about capturing images; it was about understanding the soul behind every frame. Desmond Denton graduated from AFDA Film University, Master in Fine Art and holds Post Graduate degrees in Communication Science and Psychology from UNISA. Desmond was chosen for Master programs Berlinale Talents, Big Fish Producers, NFVF Writing Course, Mo-film Commercial Director. He has worked with celebrities Brandon Auret, Jamie Oliver, Greg Kriek, Desmond Tutu, Stephanie Barren and Crystal Roberts and was mentored by Sarah Blecher, Bruce Macdonald, Kofi Zwana, Dean Blumberg, Cobus van den Berg, Akin Omotoso.

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