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Skeem 2011

★ 6.01 votes90 min📅 2011-10-27

"What would you do for a box full of cold hard cash?"

When two aspiring crooks pull over at a deserted holiday resort for the night, their plan to stash a mountain of stolen cash takes a chaotic turn.

Director: Tim Greene

Cast

Wandile Molebatsi
Wandile Molebatsi
Vista
Kurt Schoonraad
Richie Rich
Lilani Prinsen
Jana
Grant Swanby
Grant Swanby
Drikus
Casey B. Dolan
Casey B. Dolan
Jackie
Zikhona Sodlaka
Zikhona Sodlaka
Themsi
Michelle Scott
Lizette
Sebastian Hagen
Jaco
Mark Elderkin
Josh
Denzel Edgar
Hartley

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Skeem (2011) about?

Two wannabe criminals discover their stolen cash has scattered across a creepy holiday resort when they try to hide it for the night. What follows is a frantic search filled with accidents, paranoia, and plenty of laughs as they scramble to recover their loot.

Who directed Skeem?

Tim Greene took the helm for this South African crime-comedy, crafting a tight, tension-filled narrative with sharp humor.

Who stars in Skeem?

The film features Wandile Molebatsi and Kurt Schoonraad as the leads, alongside Lilani Prinsen, Grant Swanby, and Zikhona Sodlaka in key supporting roles.

Is Skeem (2011) worth watching?

For fans of quirky crime comedies with a regional twist, *Skeem* offers a breezy 90-minute escape into mischief and mayhem. While it lacks a major international profile, its tight storytelling and comedic timing make it a solid pick for those looking for something fresh from South Africa.

How long is Skeem?

The movie runs for 90 minutes, packing its chaotic heist story into a concise, punchy runtime.

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About Skeem (2011) — South African Crime-Comedy Where Greed Meets Disaster

When two aspiring crooks pull over at a deserted holiday resort for the night, their plan to stash a mountain of stolen cash takes a chaotic turn. Played by Wandile Molebatsi and Kurt Schoonraad, these small-time schemers soon find themselves knee-deep in sticky situations as bundles of currency scatter across the driveway like confetti.

Tim Greene's South African crime-comedy *Skeem* (2011) blends dark humor with high stakes, turning a quiet getaway into a frantic treasure hunt filled with missteps and mishaps. The film's claustrophobic setting and chaotic tone amplify the tension, making every shadow and creaking floorboard a potential threat. With a sharp script and a cast that balances arrogance with vulnerability, *Skeem* delivers a punchy, unpredictable ride through the underbelly of Johannesburg's less glamorous corners.