Trailer

e’Lollipop (1975)

Drama Family

"e’Lollipop" is the extraordinary story of two inseparable South African children, Tsepo and his orphaned friend Jannie. Jannie is sent to a missionary station in Tsepo’s village where they become best friends as Jannie finds his place in his new home. Life is full of childhood fun and antics until tragedy strikes: Jannie, now 10 years old, is seriously injured. In the face of much adversity, Tsepo and his community pull together so that Jannie can get specialised medical treatment. A daunting challenge lies ahead... At what cost will Jannie survive? Tsepo and Jannie’s inspirational story unfolds against the breathtaking backdrops of a dramatic African landscape and New York City in the mid-1970s. "e’Lollipop" is a life-changing story that reminds us of the true value of friendship, community, sacrifice and family - despite our color or creed.

Updated May 28 2020

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FACTS

Runtime: 85 mins Rating: 8.3

Cast

José Ferrer

Father Alberto

Ken Gampu

Thomas Luke

Patrick Mynhardt

Doctor Du Toit

Karen Valentine

Carol Anne

Simon Sabela

Rakwaba the Witchdoctor

Norman Knox

Jannie

Jan Bruyns

Oom Koos

Dale Cutts

Doctor Benson