How many horror films from South Africa are on CaSTV?

CaSTV has 37 horror films from South Africa in its database, including short films and features by directors from South Africa.

Who are notable horror directors from South Africa?

Notable horror directors from South Africa in the CaSTV database include Ryan Kruger and Justin Elgie.

Which festivals feature horror films from South Africa?

Horror films from South Africa have screened at festivals including Fantasia International Film Festival. Browse the full festival history in the CaSTV database.

South Africa

37 films · 3 directors · 5 festivals

South Africa has 37 films in the CaSTV database, represented by 3 directors across 3 subgenres.

Horror cinema from South Africa tends toward Drama, Horror and Thriller with a notable concentration of short films.

Notable Films and Directors

Notable films include The Rock Speaks (2025) dir. Amy Louise Wilson; B(l)ind the Sacrifice (2024) dir. Nakhane; Eye See You (2024) dir. Patrick Meimari.

Prominent directors include Ryan Kruger (8 films) and Udesh Chetty (1 film).

Festival Footprint

Films from South Africa have screened at Melkbos Short Film Festival (emerging), CELLUDROID Sci-Fi Film Festival (emerging), Fantasia International Film Festival (emerging) and other international horror festivals.