Tenth of a Second
"Torn between his desire for justice - and his obsession with revenge."
Originally released in 1987. Tenth of a Second is a thriller film. directed by Darrell James Roodt. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring James Whyle and John Carson
Synopsis
"Tenth of a Second" is the account of one man's desperate attempt to fight the oppressive apartheid regime of South Africa. This political thriller centres around Michael Wilder (James Whyle), a schoolteacher and political activist, with a failing marriage. Wilder is a member of the "Organisation" which is involved in subversive activities against the state. One day, Raymond (Nicky Rebelo), a fellow member, visits Wilder and leaves him with a suitcase containing a bomb. Wilder is expected to place in a busy shopping centre. But things do not go according to plan and the consequences of his actions result in devastating effects for Wilder and his grip on reality.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1987
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
South Africa
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- New World Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tenth of a Second about?
"Tenth of a Second" is the account of one man's desperate attempt to fight the oppressive apartheid regime of South Africa. This political thriller centres around Michael Wilder (James Whyle), a sc...
Who directed Tenth of a Second?
Tenth of a Second was directed by Darrell James Roodt.
How long is Tenth of a Second?
Tenth of a Second has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was Tenth of a Second released?
Tenth of a Second was released on January 1, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tenth of a Second?
The main cast of Tenth of a Second includes James Whyle, John Carson.