Proteus (2003)

5.8/10 102 min Drama History Romance

Overview

An exquisite period piece that skillfully explores the intersections of sex, race and politics takes place in 18th century South Africa, telling the passionate (true) story of two men caught in an unjust system rife with racism, homophobia and cruelty.

Cast

Rouxnet Brown

Claas Blank

Neil Sandilands

Rijkhaart Jacobsz

Shaun Smyth

Virgil Niven

Tessa Jubber

Elize

Terry Norton

Betsy

Adrienne Pearce

Tinnie

Robin Smith

Munster

Deon Lotz

Govener

Grant Swanby

Willer

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