Ten top films from Encounters 25

Published 23 hours ago• 1 minute read

15 June 2025 - 00:00

As the world becomes more uncertain, anxiety-ridden, rage-inducing and perplexing, it’s time for the 27th edition of the Encounters South African International Documentary Festival, which offers audiences a chance to reflect on what’s happening and what the future portends. It's not as bad as you think. ..

From World War 1 to present-day cosmopolitan South Africa and beyond, the Sunday Times has been a pillar in covering the stories that matter to you.

For just R80 you can become a premium member (digital access) and support a publication that has played an important political and social role in South Africa for over a century of Sundays. You can cancel anytime.

Already subscribed? Sign in below.

Questions or problems? Email or call .

Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.

Speech Bubbles