In a groundbreaking achievement for the South African movie trade, The Final Ranger has been shortlisted for the 97th Academy Awards.
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The quick movie, directed by Cindy Lee, is amongst 15 entries contending for a nomination within the Finest Stay Motion Quick Movie class on the 2025 Oscars, marking a historic second for the native movie trade.
The movie tells a fascinating story about rhino poaching and the conservation efforts going down in South Africa.
It follows a younger Litha (Liyabona Mroqoza), who’s taken on a wondrous journey by means of a sport reserve by the final remaining ranger, Khuselwa (Avumile Qongqo).
Their journey takes a tragic and surprising flip when they’re ambushed by poachers, resulting in abattle to guard the rhinos and in the end uncovering a devastating secret.
‘So proud’
Lee expressed her pleasure following the announcement.
“To have an IsiXhosa movie about rhino poaching within the operating for an Oscar makes me so proud!”
“This movie is exclusive and deserves to go all the method,” she added.
Along with its Oscars recognition, the movie has garnered a robust presence within the worldwide filmfestival circuit, receiving quite a few accolades and awards, making waves with its heartfelt narrative andpowerful performances that resonate with audiences past South Africa.
With the continuing world combat for wildlife safety, the movie serves as a mirrored image of the challenges confronted by sport rangers and a hopeful name to motion.
Because the Academy Awards nomination announcement approaches, pleasure continues to construct for TheLast Ranger.
Movie credit
Directed by Cindy Lee
Produced by Darwin Shaw & Will Hawkes
Written by David S. Lee, Darwin Shaw & Will Hawkes
Starring: Avumile Qongqo and Liyabona Mroqoza with Makhaola Ndebele, David S. Lee and Waldemar Schultz
Music by John Powell & The Thanda Choir
Cinematography by James Adey
Liyabona Mroqoza. Picture: Provided
