Hartzenberg Films & Ster-Kinekor Bring New Film ‘Ou Ses: Elke Move Tel’ To Cinemas Nationwide
In a groundbreaking move for independent South African cinema, Hartzenberg Films has secured a multi-title exhibition agreement with leading film exhibitor Ster-Kinekor, bringing the upcoming Heart & Hustle anthology to select screens nationwide from 27 November 2025.
The partnership marks a pivotal moment in filmmaker Enrico Hartzenberg’s rising career, as the Heart & Hustle film anthology premieres nationwide on 27 and 28 November 2025, running until 07 December, opening a bold new chapter for South African storytelling.
This landmark collaboration represents one of the most ambitious undertakings yet by an independent filmmaker, giving underrepresented voices – often unheard in mainstream cinema – a powerful national stage. It signals a moment of growth not just for award-winning filmmaker Enrico Hartzenberg, the visionary behind the project, but for the broader landscape of local filmmaking.
Lynne Wylie, chief marketing officer of Ster-Kinekor, says:
“We’re thrilled to support emerging talent such as Enrico and Hartzenberg Films. Screening local films in cinema is vital to keeping the culture of cinema-going alive in South Africa, and we’re proud to play a role in showcasing stories that reflect the richness and complexity of our communities.”
A collection of stories with Heart & Hustle
At the centre of the anthology is Ou Ses: Elke Move Tel, a tense and deeply human story about survival and redemption.
Set on the Cape Flats, the film follows Charles, a man returning home after serving time for a crime he didn’t commit – only to find his family home taken over by the very man who betrayed him. While the backdrop may be gritty, this is ultimately a story about courage, legacy, and what it means to fight for the ones you love, offering a fresh, emotionally charged perspective that transcends the familiar tropes of Cape Flats cinema.
The anthology also includes three of Hartzenberg Films’ most acclaimed short films:
- Sister Dinges – a grief-fuelled revenge story told through a queer lens
- After Quiet – a reflective exploration of silence, memory, and healing
- Mr. Isaacs – a powerful narrative examining masculinity and generational trauma
Collectively, these works embody the dual spirit at the core of Heart & Hustle: heart reflects the emotional depth and humanity that ground each story, while hustle shows the resilience, drive, and determination to rise above adversity.
A new era for independent cinema
For Hartzenberg, this exhibition agreement represents far more than a personal milestone – it’s a blueprint for how independent filmmakers can take charge and bring authentic local stories to the forefront of South African cinema.
Hartzenberg, founder of Hartzenberg Films, says:
“This exhibition agreement isn’t just a win for Ou Ses: Elke Move Tel or Heart & Hustle. It’s a powerful affirmation that our stories – urgent, emotional, and deeply rooted in the South African experience – deserve to be seen on the big screen. It’s proof that independent voices can thrive when given the right platform.”
The Heart & Hustle anthology will premiere at select Ster-Kinekor cinemas nationwide from 27 November to 07 December 2025, including V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, Garden Route Mall in George, Baywest in Gqeberha, and Rosebank Nouveau in Johannesburg.
Following the premiere in Cape Town on 27 November, Hartzenberg will host meet-and-greet sessions at Baywest on 30 November, Garden Route Mall on 02 December, and at Rosebank Nouveau on 04 December. These events will offer audiences a unique opportunity to engage with the filmmaker, celebrate local cinema, and gain insight into the stories and creative vision behind Heart & Hustle.
Bookings are now open – to book your tickets logon to the new-look SK website or download the new and improved SK App on your smartphone. For news and updates, go to Facebook or Twitter. For all queries, call Ticketline on 0861-Movies (668 437).
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