‘Silverton Siege’ is a heist thriller that centres on three young freedom fighters who take a bank and its customers hostage in exchange for the release of Nelson Mandela.
In South Africa, films that echo themes from South Africa’s darkest days are often criticised for being stuck in a time most would rather forget. While a painful reminder, these historical recreations can serve as a contrast to show how much progress we’ve made or how far we’ve still got to go.