Stander

Stander (2003) is a film written by Bima Stagg.

Also see: Stander: Alle Paaie Lei na Fort Lauderdale, the South African one-man stage play.

Synopsis

The film is based on the true story of South African police captain André Stander, who becomes disillusioned with the apartheid system after witnessing and participating in its violence. He secretly embarks on a series of daring bank robberies while continuing to serve as a police officer. After forming the notorious "Stander Gang" with fellow criminals Allan Heyl and Lee McCall, he becomes one of South Africa's most wanted fugitives before his eventual capture and escape.

Production credits

The film was produced by Martin Katz, Chris Roland, and Julia Verdin. It was directed by Bronwen Hughes. The original score was composed by Free Association.

Cast

The principal cast includes Thomas Jane as André Stander, David O'Hara as Allan Heyl, Dexter Fletcher as Lee McCall, Deborah Kara Unger as Bekkie Stander, Ashley Taylor as Cor van Deventer, Marius Weyers as General Stander, At Botha as General Viljoen, Lionel Newton as Sergeant Smit, and Sean Else as Ed Janis.

Awards

Genie Awards (2005) – Nominated for Best Achievement in Direction (Bronwen Hughes).

Golden Trailer Awards (2005) – Nominated for Golden Fleece.

Chlotrudis Awards (2005) – Nominated for Buried Treasure.

Sources

Stander (2003). IMDb. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0326208/. Date accessed 1 July 2026.

Stander (2003) – Full Cast & Crew. IMDb. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0326208/fullcredits/. Date accessed 1 July 2026.

Stander (2003) – Awards. IMDb. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0326208/awards/. Date accessed 1 July 2026.

Stander. ApolloMedia Film Management GmbH. https://apollomedia.de/portfolio/stander/. Date accessed 1 July 2026.

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