Cinethemba Studios

We create relationship building, hope inspiring content

Cinethemba Studios produces relationship-building, hope-inspiring content. We craft stories as reflective experiences in service of communities around the globe: the opposite of thoughtless escapism.

We do this by creating opportunities for individuals to use their unique gifts and talents in a meaningful way, with the structure and support they need to flourish.

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Our Stories

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Cinethemba Originals

Poster: The Boy Behind the Wardrobe

The Boy Behind the Wardrobe

Set against the backdrop of apartheid-era South Africa, this film chronicles the extraordinary life of Winston Wicomb. Born into a mixed-race family classified as white, Winston is forced to hide from society due to his darker complexion. Despite relentless societal and personal challenges, he perseveres, navigating the brutality of conscription, working as a mechanic while studying at the University of Cape Town, and ultimately meeting pioneering heart transplant surgeon Dr. Christiaan Barnard by chance. Their unlikely collaboration culminates in a groundbreaking medical achievement that changes the future of organ transplantation forever.

The Boy Behind the Wardrobe

This catalogue includes titles Maretia Wiggett from Cinethemba Studios helped create while working with .

Documentaries

Poster: Die Kerk

Die Kerk

Over the course of a turbulent history, the South African church has grown into a multicultural, dynamic unit, diligently taking up position as watchman on the wall over the ever-brewing conflict of a Rainbow Nation. This documentary follows the fascinating journey of the South African church from the arrival of the first missionaries, the revival in 1860, and throughout the rise and fall of the infamous Apartheid (segregation) system.

Die Kerk

Poster: The Boy Behind the Wardrobe

The Boy Behind the Wardrobe

Set against the backdrop of apartheid-era South Africa, this film chronicles the extraordinary life of Winston Wicomb. Born into a mixed-race family classified as white, Winston is forced to hide from society due to his darker complexion. Despite relentless societal and personal challenges, he perseveres, navigating the brutality of conscription, working as a mechanic while studying at the University of Cape Town, and ultimately meeting pioneering heart transplant surgeon Dr. Christiaan Barnard by chance. Their unlikely collaboration culminates in a groundbreaking medical achievement that changes the future of organ transplantation forever.

The Boy Behind the Wardrobe

Poster: Wupperthal

Wupperthal

When a devastating fire ripped through the historic town of Wupperthal in 2018, many feared the loss of its cultural heritage. This documentary explores the resilience of the Wupperthal community. Though earthly possessions were turned to ash, unyielding faith and vibrant culture has already sprouted new hope for the beautiful people of Wupperthal.

Wupperthal

Poster: Divine Interruptions

Divine Interruptions

Experience the raw authenticity of Michael W Smith, behind the scenes as he tours South Africa in 2019. From a missed flight to a divine encounter, Michael shares stories of a lifetime in the gospel music industry, the responsibility of leadership and of divine interruptions that serve to glorify the One True King.

Divine Interruptions

Poster: Uit Die Veld Geslaan

Uit Die Veld Geslaan

Moments of grace. From Springbok rugby to the Paralympics: South Africans love sport! But what really binds us together is an unwavering faith. This series tells the gripping stories of the God-moments that changed the course of some of SA’s most beloved sport stars’ lives.

Uit Die Veld Geslaan

Films & Series

Poster: NoupadFM

NoupadFM

When a city slicker radio star joins a Christian community station in the middle of nowhere, everyone knows: sparks will fly! Follow the guts and glory tales of a small town Christian community station, their all-too-normal staff and the newest addition to the family: Danny G!

NoupadFM

Poster: Liedemann Raak Liries

Liedemann Raak Liries

Music, the universal language! Presenter Rouchelle Liedemann visits numerous gospel musicians across South Africa. Together they laugh, sweat, share stories and sing their favourite hymns in harmony.

Liedemann Raak Liries

Poster: God is Daar

God is Daar

This series tells the true stories of moments that testify of God’s presence. Some are tales of divine intervention and miraculous healing, and others have a painful result… But through it all the testimony rings true: GOD IS always THERE.

God is Daar

Poster: Die Verskil

Die Verskil

Most of us want to make a difference, but we differ on exactly how to go about it! Presenter Lindie Strydom interviews various non-profit organisations, charities and Christian leaders on how they are making a difference and why their methods differ from one another; sometimes radically. Can there be unity in diversity? Find out on The Difference!

Die Verskil

Poster: Wiid Gesê?

Wiid Gesê?

Gretha Wiid addresses numerous touchy subjects head-on with a Biblical perspective and her funny bones intact. This show facilitates some serious #RealTalk in terms of pornography, affairs, lying to your spouse and more while Gretha’s dry sense of humour helps the audience see the lighter side of life as a fallible human. Because, who said Christians needed to be oh-so-serious anyway?

Wiid Gesê?

Poster: Lees Gees

Lees Gees

Join the Book Club and meet the authors of some of your favourite Christian books. Presenter Lindie Strydom discovers the stories behind the printed titles, takes a little time to get to know each author and is surprised by the diversity of books that have inspired each writer in turn!

Lees Gees

Poster: Lekker!goed

Lekker!goed

It’s a cooking show stuffed with Biblically significant ingredients! Discover interesting facts about some of the ingredients that are central to your favourite Bible stories like wine, pomegranates, bread and more. Chef Caro uses each ingredient to whip up some truly delicious meals and freely shares all her recipes.

Lekker!goed

Teachings

Poster: Pleisters vir die Siel

Pleisters vir die Siel

The world is filled with unanswered questions. Is rape part of God’s plan? Is suicide a sin? What does God really think about tattoos? Pleisters vir die Siel took 3 days, 50 people and 1 very honest preacher to address some of the most burning questions that people carry around every day.

Pleisters vir die Siel

Poster: Lewenslustig

Lewenslustig

Life-loving Lindie Strydom teaches about regaining your Zest for Life! Discover a renewed vitality in body, mind and soul, all with the purpose of joyfully, effectively and selflessly serving God’s kingdom, right where you are planted.

Lewenslustig

Poster: Grondwerk

Grondwerk

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dig some foundations! This series addresses some of the foundational principles of Christianity while focusing on the three Fs of Discipleship: Follow, Fish and Fellowship.

Grondwerk

Poster: Wat Glo Jy?

Wat Glo Jy?

What would you answer if directly asked: What do you believe? Why? This series explores the Christian faith, focusing on what exactly Christians believe as compared to other religions, dogma, the Apostles’ Creed, the Ten Commandments, the book of John, the covenant and missionary work.

Wat Glo Jy?

Poster: Geen Titel

Geen Titel

Fire and brimstone or grace above all? This series investigates the reality of sin, this side of the grave. We discuss burning issues like sin vs. cultural norms, the character of God, the role Jesus played, where exactly grace fits in and the possibility of victory over sin in your everyday life.

Geen Titel

Poster: Verhoudings

Verhoudings

Let’s talk about the most important subject on earth: Relationships! Are healthy, life-giving relationships even possible? Discover common pitfalls and practise Christ-like victories in your relationships with the help of this 7-part series.

Verhoudings

Shorts

Poster: GoeieOuers!

GoeieOuers!

Christian professionals investigate numerous topics revolving around parenting: bullying, romantic relationships, self-esteem, pornography, money and more. Join a selection of Christian teachers, psychologists, occupational therapists and theologians as we grab the bull by the horns and work on being better Christian parents in an ever-changing, modern environment.

GoeieOuers!

Poster: On The Road

On The Road

Madness, comedy and adventure on the road with Howard James Fyvie and Pneumatix performing arts ministry school! What would a group of 25 young Christian students get up to as they go on the road performing in small towns around South Africa?

On The Road

Poster: Splitgedagtes

Splitgedagtes

Comical sketches based on those pesky Christianese behaviourisms and such…

Splitgedagtes

Poster: Ligweg

Ligweg

Get a daily dose of inspiration from various South Africans who walk the talk.

Ligweg

In Development

Poster: Kern

Kern

A brilliant advocate, a high-profile murder trial, and a complicated love story unfolds. This dramatic film is a fight between good and evil and a testament to the power of forgiveness.

Kern

In post production

Point CityA novel by MK WiggettIn development

Point City

A covert unit fights a manufactured civil war in a multicultural port city at the tip of Africa.

Point City

In development