Emil Nofal
Writing·Jan 1, 1926·South Africa
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NA/10 avgNo member ratings yetEmil Nofal was a prominent South African film director, screenwriter, and producer, instrumental in shaping the country's cinema during the 1960s and 1970s. Beginning his career at the age of 13 in the film processing laboratory at Killarney Film Studios, he progressed to roles as an editor, scriptwriter, and director. Nofal's notable works include Rip van Wyk (1960), Voor Sononder (1962), and Kimberley Jim (1963), the latter featuring American country singer Jim Reeves. His films often explored social themes and contributed significantly to the development of South African cinema. Nofal passed away in Johannesburg on July 18, 1986.
| Film | Credit |
|---|---|
| YYou Gotta Be Crazy!1986 · Director, Writer | Director, Writer |
 You're in the Movies1985 · Screenplay, Producer, Director | Screenplay, Producer, Director |
 The Fifth Season1978 · Writer, Producer | Writer, Producer |
 The Winners1972 · Director, Writer | Director, Writer |
| KKing Hendrik1965 · Director, Writer, Producer | Director, Writer, Producer |
| KKimberley Jim1963 · Director, Writer, Producer | Director, Writer, Producer |
 Lord Uncle Pete1962 · Writer | Writer |
| VVoor Sononder1962 · Director, Writer, Producer | Director, Writer, Producer |
 Rip van Wyk1960 · Director, Screenplay, Producer | Director, Screenplay, Producer |
| KKeep The Shiny Side Face Up1960 · Director, Writer | Director, Writer |
| IInspan1953 · Writer | Writer |