The award-winning South African film Toorbos, based on the acclaimed novel by Dalene Matthee, received international acclaim for its powerful storytelling, striking cinematography and moving original score. Set in the Knysna Forest during the 1930s, the film follows the story of a young forest woman and her community as they face displacement during the final years of the forest’s indigenous inhabitants. Written and directed by René van Rooyen, we had the honour of composing the original music for the Toorbos film, helping bring its emotional journey to life.
Since its release, Toorbos has won multiple awards and has been celebrated by audiences and critics around the world, further cementing its place as one of South Africa’s most acclaimed feature films.
Read the full review on Variety here.
