Jonathan goes roadtripping

Jonathan marks the first comedic outing for acclaimed producer, writer and director Sallas de Jager.

November 25, 2016

David Matsena 1 minute read

Movie fans in the north of Pretoria crammed into the Ster-Kinekor at Kollonade Mall on Wednesday night to meet Jonathan, and for the sneak preview of the big screen comedy of the same name.

The popular comedian is currently touring South Africa to promote his movie, and fans got the opportunity to not only see his debut feature film ahead of its public release next month, but also got up close and personal with the man himself.

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This movie marks the first comedic outing for acclaimed producer, writer and director Sallas de Jager, best known for period dramas such as Verraaiers, Roepman and, recently, Free State.

It is inspired by the internet-sensation, and comedian Jonathan of Radio Raps fame, and introduces Rikus de Beer, the man behind the hilarious and beloved character, to the big screen.

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Apart from De Beer, the film’s cast include the who’s who of local acting such as Brumilda van Rensburg, Paul Eilers, Anel Alexander, Jacques Bessenger, Eric Nobbs, Rika Sennett, Albert Pretorius, Frank Opperman, Lizz Meiring and Beate Opperman.

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“South Africans can look forward to a laugh-out-loud movie outing, filled with incidents which will keep them giggling for weeks after they have left the cinema,” said De Jager.

“Jonathan is a character that everyone can relate to in some way or another. It is very funny, but also touching coming-of-age story tailor-made to entertain cinema-goers during the December holidays.”