Local film brings faith to the big screen
Treasure Hunt, a local movie shot in the Valley of a 1000 Hills and which premiered at the American Black Film Festival in Miami, is now set to make its cinema premiere in South Africa this October.
A FAITH-FILLED, action-packed, feel-good movie made in the Upper Highway is set to make its cinema premiere in South Africa this October.
Treasure Hunt made its debut at the American Black Film Festival in Miami, USA.
The film was created by CAP Studios, a small production company in Embo that works to nurture local talent and tell stories with purpose.
Directed by Chim Onyebilanma, a passionate storyteller and pastor, Treasure Hunt is a Christian film that blends real-life struggles with themes of grace, second chances and the courage to choose what’s right.
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“It’s got it all – faith, action, drama and of course, love. The film premieres on Tuesday, October 14, at 17:00 at Killarney Mall CineCentre in Johannesburg, followed by the Durban premiere on Friday, October 17 at Suncoast CineCentre.
“Should opening week attendance be strong, the cinemas will extend the run.”
Set in the Valley of a Thousand Hills, Treasure Hunt follows the story of a man trying to leave behind a broken past. When he stumbles upon a stash of jewellery in a trash bin, he faces a moral crossroad – do what’s right or return to the life he left behind? The story explores faith under pressure and the life-changing impact of standing firm in your values.
South African stars Moopi Mothibeli, Muzi Mthabela, Trevor Gumbi, Zane Meas and Samukele Mkhezie – along with many local actors – offered their time for free, in support of a project that carries a bigger message.
“This is more than a film,” said Onyebilanma. “It’s a message of hope. It’s about the real battles people face every day, and the choice to believe that your story isn’t over.”
Whether you’re coming for the action, the message or the love story, Treasure Hunt is a film the whole family can enjoy – and one South Africans can be proud of.
Tickets are available at the following prices:
Standard Admission: R99
Pensioners Rate: R70
Budget Tuesday: R60
Combo Package (Includes: 1 Movie Ticket (2D or 3D), 1 Medium Popcorn, 1 Medium Soda and Rewards Code)
• Standard Admission: R149 per person
• Budget Tuesday: R120 per person
By supporting this film, Onyebilanma added that audiences will play a vital role in bringing more meaningful, home-grown faith-based stories to South African screens – ensuring local filmmakers can continue to create, inspire, and thrive.
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