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Dirkie

"Few have ever entered the deadly, mysterious Kalahari, and lived to reveal its secrets!"

November 6, 1969 1h 24m 7.1/10 (14 votes)

Originally released in 1969. Dirkie is a adventure/drama film. directed by Jamie Uys. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Wynand Uys, Jamie Uys, and Lady Frolic of Belvedale

Synopsis

An 8-year-old boy and his dog are left to face a vast desert wasteland alone after a plane crash, while an army of men and machines penetrate the desert searching for them. Based on true events.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 6, 1969 56 years ago
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Runtime 1h 24m 84 minutes total
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User Rating 7.1/10 Great (14 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country South Africa Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Mimosa Films

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dirkie about?

An 8-year-old boy and his dog are left to face a vast desert wasteland alone after a plane crash, while an army of men and machines penetrate the desert searching for them. Based on true events.

Who directed Dirkie?

Dirkie was directed by Jamie Uys.

How long is Dirkie?

Dirkie has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).

When was Dirkie released?

Dirkie was released on November 6, 1969 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Dirkie?

The main cast of Dirkie includes Wynand Uys, Jamie Uys, Lady Frolic of Belvedale, Wilhelm Esterhuizen, Sue Burman.