Boy Called Twist

The film follows Twist, a young boy raised in a rural orphanage who escapes to the streets of Cape Town. There, he encounters the harsh realities of life as he joins Fagin's gang of street urchins. The story is rooted in themes of neglect and survival, reflecting the struggles of modern youth in a gritty urban environment.

Directed by a team from Monkey Films and Twisted Pictures, Boy Called Twist offers a fresh take on familiar characters from Dickens' tale, placing them in a new context. The film features performances from Jarrid Geduld, Kim Suzanne Engelbrecht, Bart Fouche, Lesley Fong, and Peter Butler, bringing the vibrant yet challenging world of Cape Town street life to the forefront. The film's approach is marked by an honest portrayal of its characters and their circumstances, making it a notable entry in the drama genre.