Krotoa
"Caught between two cultures about to collide"
Originally released in 2017. Krotoa is a drama/romance film. directed by Roberta Durrant. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Armand Aucamp, Jacques Bessenger, and Crystal-Donna Roberts
Synopsis
Krotoa, a feisty, bright, 11-year-old girl is removed from her close-knit Khoi tribe to serve Jan van Riebeeck, her uncle’s trading partner and the first Governor of the Cape Colony. She is brought into the first Fort established by the Dutch East India Company in 1652. There she grows into a visionary young woman who assimilates the Dutch language and culture so well that she rises to become an influential translator but ends up being rejected by her own people as she tries to bridge the gap between the two cultures about to collide.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 4, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
South Africa
Production
Director
Top Cast
Armand Aucamp
as Jan Van Riebeeck
Jacques Bessenger
as Pieter Van Meerhof
Crystal-Donna Roberts
as Krotoa
Ernest St Clair
as Doman
Roeline Daneel
as Maria van Riebeeck
Brendon Daniels
as Autshumato
Deon Lotz
as Roelof de Man
Michael MacKenzie
as French Dignitary
Marcel Van Heerden
as Wagenaar
Lizette Van Der Merwe
as Wife of Dutch dinner guest
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Kyknet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Krotoa about?
Krotoa, a feisty, bright, 11-year-old girl is removed from her close-knit Khoi tribe to serve Jan van Riebeeck, her uncle’s trading partner and the first Governor of the Cape Colony. She is broug...
Who directed Krotoa?
Krotoa was directed by Roberta Durrant.
How long is Krotoa?
Krotoa has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was Krotoa released?
Krotoa was released on August 4, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Krotoa?
The main cast of Krotoa includes Armand Aucamp, Jacques Bessenger, Crystal-Donna Roberts, Ernest St Clair, Roeline Daneel.