A review by Riley Hlatshwayo
Every once in a while, I come across a film or television series that I know will stay with me long after the credits have gone up. I think The Drop is one of those films. Writing your first screenplay or directing your first film is something I can liken to diving into uncharted water—while it’s something to look forward to and revel in, there are nerves to consider and the endlessness of creative possibilities.
Unfortunately, this can’t be said for our protagonist, Tom.
Picture this: Maboneng, Johannesburg, a vibrant little place where the party never stops. This is the setting for our unassuming buddy comedy (of errors) where we meet two friends from film school:Tom, a filmmaker with writer’s block and a father who wants to know how the writing’s going (not the best combo, in my opinion), and Vongani, his best friend and coding wiz who works as a VFX assist. Joining them is the vivacious and utterly infectious Loretta, the self-appointed lead of Tom’s nonexistent film.
