
The cinematic landscape of South Africa has been stirred by a new wave of innovative storytelling with the recently released independent film, ‘Die Hustle’. The film, which embodies the raw energy and spirit of Eldorado Park, Johannesburg, is capturing hearts and minds across the nation.
The magic of ‘Die Hustle’ lies in its simple yet compelling narrative that follows the lives of two boys, Dimpie and Slim, in their quest to transform not just their own circumstances but those of their families as well. Director Ricardo Ricwa Klaasen, brilliantly sets the scene of Eldorado Park, a locale that brims with untold stories, serving as a microcosm where, as Klaasen articulates, “anything is possible and the hustler is real”.

Dimpie, one of the lead characters, is a boy who finds himself torn between his childhood love striving to bring him closer to God and his loyal friendship with Slim. Slim’s mother is tragically battling cancer, an ordeal that adds an extra layer of urgency and poignancy to their quest for financial salvation.
Just when their predicament seems dire, an old friend from Durban, Raja, reappears in their lives with an enticing solution to their financial woes. This opportunity could potentially save Slim’s mother, but also jeopardise Dimpie’s relationship with his girlfriend. Thus, ‘Die Hustle’ takes its audience on a captivating journey of love, friendship, and hard choices.
The film made its stellar debut at the Johannesburg premiere in the Crystal Auditorium, drawing an impressive crowd of about 800 attendees. The success of the premiere signals the impending waves the film is set to make throughout South Africa.
Fans and movie-goers can look forward to more premiere dates in cities across the country. Kimberley is up next, on July 29, followed by Bloemfontein on August 26. The excitement continues in Durban with two premiere dates, on September 1 and 30, before culminating in Cape Town on October 7.
In addition to bringing a fresh narrative to South Africa’s cinematic space, the film crew is also spreading a sense of hope and opportunity by giving away bursaries in each of the provinces where the film will premiere.
Tickets for the much-anticipated Kimberley premiere are now available for purchase, with the pre-sale ticket price being R100 per person and R140 at the gate. Furthermore, fans can get their hands on exclusive ‘Die Hustle’ merchandise at RK Regal Designs.
‘Die Hustle’ is more than just a film; it’s a cinematic celebration of struggle, friendship, and redemption set against the backdrop of Eldorado Park. As South Africans and film lovers flock to upcoming premieres, ‘Die Hustle’ is poised to leave an indelible mark on the country’s cinematic scene.