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The Abyss Boys
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Wikipedia article
'The Abyss Boys ' is a 2009 short film directed by Jan-Hendrik Beetge. It won the 'Best Short Film' award at the 6th Africa Movie Academy Awards.
Synopsis
Set in the slums of a small fishing community on the southern coast of South Africa, illegal abalone poaching has become a dangerous activity for two young brothers: Jimmy and AB. Jimmy fled the dangerous lifestyle despite his talent as a diver. When AB becomes entangled with Gonyama, a violent gangster, Jimmy devises a plan to liberate AB from the gang lifestyle and provide the pair with a fresh start. However, when Jimmy is given an opportunity to escape, nothing can prepare him for what comes next.
Awards
*African Movie Academy Awards 2010
References
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