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America, we need to talk about your football… Because what exactly was going on in HIM? 😭🏈In this episode of Scened It, our South African panel reviews HIM, the psychological sports-horror film directed by Justin Tipping and produced by Jordan Peele’s Monkeypaw Productions.The film follows Cameron Cade, a promising young quarterback whose career is threatened after a devastating injury. When legendary quarterback Isaiah White—played by Marlon Wayans—invites him to train at his isolated compound, Cam quickly discovers that becoming the GOAT may require more than hard work and talent.We unpack Marlon Wayans’ chilling performance, the incredible sound and visual design, the film’s bizarre comedic moments, its commentary on fame and sacrifice, and whether the story actually makes any sense.Was HIM a bold examination of America’s obsession with greatness, or the biggest cinematic fumble of the year?⚠️ SPOILER WARNING: This review contains major spoilers.Let us know in the comments: Was HIM brilliant, ridiculous, or completely misunderstood?Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more honest, chaotic reviews from the Scened It panel.

In this episode of Scened It, we review Dear Sis Dolly, the new South African comedy-drama currently showing in cinemas.The film follows Khethiwe, an ambitious psychologist fighting to keep a free mental-health centre open. When she enters a competition to become Drum Magazine’s next Sis Dolly, she finds herself confronting her own wounds, complicated relationships and the pressures that come with trying to fix everyone else’s problems.We unpack the performances, humour, emotional moments, family drama and representation of women and mental health. We also discuss everything we loved, everything that didn’t work and whether the film truly earns the Sis Dolly name.⚠️ SPOILER WARNING: This is a full review and contains major spoilers.Directed by Twiggy Matiwana and starring Didintle Khunou, S’Thandiwe Kgoroge, Dineo Langa and Natasha Thahane.Have you watched Dear Sis Dolly? Did the film live up to the legacy for you? Let us know in the comments.Subscribe to Scened It for honest, entertaining conversations about South African films, television and the stories shaping our screens.#DearSisDolly #SouthAfricanFilm #ScenedItCHAPTERS00:00 – Intro01:36 – Promo Break03:42 – Synopsis & History Lesson07:21 – Promo Break09:29 – What We Liked About the Movie38:26 – What We Didn’t Like About the Movie1:01:19 – Conclusion

Family is supposed to be your safe place… but in The Four of Us, it might be the most dangerous room in the house. 😭🔥In this episode of Scened It, we review The Four of Us, the South African drama now streaming on Netflix.The series follows a powerful family caught between love, loyalty, ambition and long-buried secrets. As old wounds resurface and personal agendas collide, the family begins to realise that sharing blood does not mean sharing the same intentions.We unpack the performances, the complicated family dynamics, the betrayals, the drama and whether The Four of Us is worth adding to your Netflix watchlist.Do you think the family can survive everything threatening to tear them apart, or is the damage already done?Join the conversation in the comments and tell us what you thought of The Four of Us.👍 Like the video💬 Share your thoughts below🔔 Subscribe to Scened It for more South African film and television reviewsWatch The Four of Us on Netflix.Chapters00:00 Coming Up01:03 Intro & Synopsis06:35 Everything We Liked55:09 Everything We Didn’t Like1:20:35 Outro

How much can one person take before they finally break?In this episode of Scened It, we unpack Tyler Perry’s Netflix drama STRAW, starring Taraji P. Henson, Sherri Shepherd and Teyana Taylor. The film follows a struggling single mother whose already difficult life spirals into a catastrophic day, pushing her towards a desperate breaking point.We discuss Taraji’s emotional performance, the portrayal of motherhood and poverty, Tyler Perry’s writing choices, the relentless tragedy, and whether the film’s biggest revelation earns its emotional impact or manipulates the audience.Was STRAW a powerful reflection of people society overlooks, or was it trauma layered on top of trauma for maximum tears?Watch the full discussion and tell us what you thought in the comments.⚠️ SPOILER WARNING: Major plot details and the ending are discussed.Subscribe to Scened It for honest, entertaining conversations about the movies and shows everybody is talking about.

Is Proof of Payment one of the funniest South African films we have seen in a long time? 😂In this episode of Scened It, we review Proof of Payment, the South African comedy now available on Prime Video.The film follows a group of characters trying to survive in a world shaped by money, inequality and corruption. But as their schemes grow bigger, they slowly become consumed by the very greed they were fighting against.We unpack the hilarious performances, outrageous scams, social commentary beneath the comedy and the moments that had the entire panel crying with laughter.But beneath all the chaos lies a serious question: can you fight a corrupt system without eventually becoming part of it?Watch the full review and tell us in the comments:Is Proof of Payment one of South Africa’s funniest films?⚠️ This review contains spoilers.Subscribe to THATBROEON PICTURES for more episodes of Scened It, where South African filmmakers and film lovers unpack local and international movies through honest opinions, heated debates and plenty of laughs.CHAPTERS00:00 Coming Up01:07 Meet the Hosts & Film Synopsis03:56 Everything That Worked25:37 Everything That Didn’t Work42:58 Final Thoughts#ProofOfPayment #ScenedIt #SouthAfricanMovies

What happens when two young filmmakers looking for inspiration suddenly find themselves trapped inside the kind of chaos they usually only imagine for a script?In this episode of **Scened It**, we review the South African crime-comedy **The Drop**, a wild Johannesburg-set film about friendship, creative frustration, a heist gone wrong, and one apartment that becomes the worst place to be at the worst possible time.We get into the film’s chaotic energy, the Maboneng setting, the performances, the comedy, the crime elements, and whether *The Drop* delivers as a fresh South African story about creatives caught in real-life madness.Is this a fun local gem, a messy ride, or both? Let’s get into it.Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and tell us: if this happened to you, are you calling the police, taking the money, or writing the script?#ScenedIt #TheDropSA #TheDropMovie #SouthAfricanFilm #SAMovies #MovieReview #FilmReview #PrimeVideo #LocalFilm #MzansiMovies #SouthAfricanYouTubers #BlackYouTubers

David, created by Angel Studios and Sunrise South African Studios, takes one of the most famous biblical stories ever told and turns it into a full animated musical epic, following the young shepherd boy on his journey towards faith, courage, power, and that legendary face-off with Goliath. But did this animated retelling actually rise to the occasion, or did it lean too safely on a story we already know?In this episode of Scened It, we unpack the animation, music, storytelling, faith elements, emotional beats, and the question of whether David works as both a family film and a cinematic experience. We also explore what it means to see a major biblical animation produced by South African creative talent.Was this a holy hit, an animated sermon, or a giant missed opportunity?Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and tell us: did David move you, surprise you, or leave you wanting more?

In this episode of Scened It, we unpack the drama, the performances, the twists, the tension, and why The Polygamist had us on the edge of our seats from start to finish. We get into Jonasi Gomora’s choices, the women caught in his web, and whether this series gave us premium South African television or just premium blood pressure.

In this episode of Scened It, we get into Yoh! Bestie, the South African Netflix rom-com that brings back Thando and Charles for more love, friendship, jealousy, and emotional confusion.Thando has never had the smoothest ride when it comes to love, but things get even more complicated when her best friend returns with a fiancée. Suddenly, friendship starts looking a little too much like unfinished business. Yoh! Bestie is a 2026 South African romance/rom-com starring Katlego Lebogang, Siya Sepotokele, and Didie Makobane, and is connected to the world of Yoh! Christmas.We unpack the story, the chemistry, the chaos, the choices, and whether this film gave us a satisfying continuation or left us side-eyeing the friendship contract. Because sometimes “bestie” is not a title; it is a warning label. 🫠In this episode, we discuss:The Thando and Charles dynamicThe jealousy storylineWhether the romance workedThe comedy and emotional beatsWhat Yoh! Bestie says about friendship, timing, and messy loveOur final ratingLet us know in the comments: Were you rooting for Thando, or did Yoh! Bestie stress you out?Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe and share with your own bestie… unless things are complicated. Then maybe don’t.

Tonight on Scened It, we step into the beautifully unhinged world of UBANI LORE? 🎬

Is it genius? Is it chaos? Is it South African cinema entering a brand-new era? We unpack the symbolism, storytelling, humour, confusion, and cultural impact behind one of the most talked-about indie films in the country right now.

From surreal moments to hidden meanings, we break down why UBANI LORE has film lovers, Twitter detectives, and cinephiles debating nonstop.

🔥 In this episode:

•⁠ ⁠Our honest review of UBANI LORE

•⁠ ⁠The symbolism and themes explained

•⁠ ⁠Why the film feels so different from mainstream SA cinema

•⁠ ⁠The rise of experimental storytelling in South Africa

•⁠ ⁠Did the movie actually make sense… or are we pretending? 👀

Whether you loved it, hated it, or left the screening spiritually disoriented, this conversation is for you.