VERSES MY BROTHER TAUGHT ME

Thomo Tshipinyane |
South Africa |
2025 |
23Min |
Tswana
In a struggling township, ex-convict Itumeleng is determined to rebuild his life and care for his frail, deeply religious younger brother Thapelo. Haunted by prison, community judgment, and a promise made to their late mother, he battles to stay on the right path despite financial pressure and social rejection. When attempts to earn money fail and Thapelo’s health worsens, Itumeleng is forced into a moral crossroads between faith and survival. A robbery spirals into tragedy, blurring the line between punishment and redemption. Broken and consumed by guilt, Itumeleng makes a final desperate plea for divine intervention, uncertain whether he is praying to save his brother’s life or his own soul.
Thomo Tshipinyane
Mpho Liam Nkoana
Bandile Mnguni
Thomo Tshipinyane
TJ Mokhuane, Onkabetse Shai

Screenings

24 Jul 15:00 Suncoast 6

Thomo Tshipinyane

Thomo Tshipinyane is a South African writer-director drawn to intimate, socially grounded storytelling that explores childhood wounds, family dynamics, and youth culture. He has worked as a screenwriter on the Showmax series Youngins with Tshedza Pictures, and as a documentary researcher, director, and short and feature film writer with Eyes on Lens Films. His series work has been in development with Yandahalis Films. His storytelling is driven by emotional honesty, deep character insight, and a commitment to reflecting lived South African experience.

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