Emil Nofal
Writing
- Born
- January 1, 1926 · South Africa
- Died
- July 18, 1986 (age 60)
Emil Nofal was a prominent South African film director, screenwriter, and producer, instrumental in shaping the country's cinema during the 1960s and 1970s. Beginning his career at the age of 13 in the film processing laboratory at Killarney Film Studios, he progressed to roles as an editor, scriptwriter, and director. Nofal's notable works include Rip van Wyk (1960), Voor Sononder (1962), and Kimberley Jim (1963), the latter featuring American country singer Jim Reeves. His films often explored social themes and contributed significantly to the development of South African cinema. Nofal passed away in Johannesburg on July 18, 1986.
Known for
Behind the camera15
- 1986You Gotta Be Crazy! Director, Writer
- 1985You're in the Movies Screenplay, Producer, Director
- 1978The Fifth Season Writer, Producer
- 1974Ongewenste Vreemdeling Producer
- 1972The Winners Director, Writer
- 1968The Candidate Story
- 1967Wild Season Director
- 1965King Hendrik Director, Writer, Producer
- 1963Kimberley Jim Director, Writer, Producer
- 1962Lord Uncle Pete