Yankee Zulu (1993)

Two South African boys, one white, one black, go their separate ways. Years later, they meet up again as adults, when one, after living for years in the United States, is now a wanted ... See full summary »

Director:

Gray Hofmeyr

Writers:

Leon Schuster (story), Gray Hofmeyr (screenplay),

Stars:

Leon Schuster, John Matshikiza, Wilson Dunster

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Leon Schuster	...	Rhino Labuschagne
John Matshikiza	...	Zulu Mashabela
Wilson Dunster	...	Captain Diehard
Terri Treas	...	Rowena Labuschagne
Michelle Bowes	...	Tienkie
Skye Svorinic	...	Prince William
Ruan Mandelstam	...	Young Rhino
Bobo Seritsani	...	Young Zulu
Marie Van Deventer	...	Young Rowena
Mbali Dladla	...	Thandi
Julius Van Zyl	...	Jumbo
Julie Strijdom	...	Ma
Peter Hugo	...	Prince Charles
Tolla van der Merwe	...	Uncle Bok
Chris Biko	...	Shadrack

Storyline

Two South African boys, one white, one black, go their separate ways. Years later, they meet up again as adults, when one, after living for years in the United States, is now a wanted criminal. The two end up being a part of a madcap chase involving a check for a large amount of money.

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Plot Keywords:

female to male foot in crotch | female stockinged foot | skinny dipping | boy nudity | female to male footsie playing | 

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama

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Certificate:

PG

Details

Country:

South Africa

Language:

English Afrikaans

Release Date:

16 February 1996 (USA)

Also Known As:

There's a Zulu on My Stoep

Company Credits

Production Co:

Distant Horizon, Toron Screen Corporation, Koukus Troika

Technical Specs

Runtime:

100 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby SR

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

User Reviews

Brilliant movie for anyone who understands South African humour and culture.

I agree with many of the people who posted comments here that are from SA. This movie is based on South African Humour, the acting isn't as bad as most people say, many people just doesn't understand this type of humour.

The movie was released in 1993, people must understand this was a really volatile difficult time in SA, and to have such a movie released, that clearly stretches racial barriers was a great risk, but it was worth it. Both Black and White South Africans found this extremely funny, and in a way it was able to overcome most racial barriers of the time.

I have asked many of my black friends if they weren't offended when they watched it the first time and most said that they weren't, simply because it poked fun at all races. It was hilarious, and I have to agree, the best work of both actors' careers.

I can't see many people in other countries truly enjoying this if they don't understand South African Culture, but if you did enjoy it I'm really glad! Again, this was made for a South African Audience on a small budget, that said, it still stays one of my favourite movies!