What Did You Dream?

Set during the summer school holidays of 1990 in South Africa, What Did You Dream? follows 11-year-old Boipelo as she stays with her grandmother in a four-roomed house in Atteridgeville. The film captures a country on the brink of democracy, filled with uncertainty and personal growth for Boipelo, who is about to attend a multiracial school.

As Boipelo deals with typical childhood challenges, including chores and conflicts with her cousins, she faces deeper issues within her family, symbolized by her grandfather's illness. The narrative revolves around her struggle to recall her dreams, as her grandmother often asks about them, linking them to a local lottery game.

The film poignantly depicts Boipelo's desire to reconnect with her dreams, reflecting her need for comfort and belonging amid impending changes in her life. Its rich themes and setting make it a significant piece of storytelling in contemporary South African cinema.