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Scened It! Is a South African film/television review show with a touch of charisma and robust laughs as the hosts (filmmakers) dissect what worked and what didn't work about the show in an authentically South African way.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    SCENED IT | DEAR SIS DOLLY: South African Parents, Why Are You Like This?! | Movie Review

    In this episode of Scened It, we review Dear Sis Dolly, the new South African comedy-drama currently showing in cinemas.The film follows Khethiwe, an ambitious psychologist fighting to keep a free mental-health centre open. When she enters a competition to become Drum Magazine’s next Sis Dolly, she finds herself confronting her own wounds, complicated relationships and the pressures that come with trying to fix everyone else’s problems.We unpack the performances, humour, emotional moments, family drama and representation of women and mental health. We also discuss everything we loved, everything that didn’t work and whether the film truly earns the Sis Dolly name.⚠️ SPOILER WARNING: This is a full review and contains major spoilers.Directed by Twiggy Matiwana and starring Didintle Khunou, S’Thandiwe Kgoroge, Dineo Langa and Natasha Thahane.Have you watched Dear Sis Dolly? Did the film live up to the legacy for you? Let us know in the comments.Subscribe to Scened It for honest, entertaining conversations about South African films, television and the stories shaping our screens.#DearSisDolly #SouthAfricanFilm #ScenedItCHAPTERS00:00 – Intro01:36 – Promo Break03:42 – Synopsis & History Lesson07:21 – Promo Break09:29 – What We Liked About the Movie38:26 – What We Didn’t Like About the Movie1:01:19 – Conclusion

    SCENED IT | DEAR SIS DOLLY: South African Parents, Why Are You Like This?! | Movie Review

  2. 4d ago

    SCENED IT | THE FOUR OF US REVIEW: Pure Family Chaos | Netflix South Africa

    Family is supposed to be your safe place… but in The Four of Us, it might be the most dangerous room in the house. 😭🔥In this episode of Scened It, we review The Four of Us, the South African drama now streaming on Netflix.The series follows a powerful family caught between love, loyalty, ambition and long-buried secrets. As old wounds resurface and personal agendas collide, the family begins to realise that sharing blood does not mean sharing the same intentions.We unpack the performances, the complicated family dynamics, the betrayals, the drama and whether The Four of Us is worth adding to your Netflix watchlist.Do you think the family can survive everything threatening to tear them apart, or is the damage already done?Join the conversation in the comments and tell us what you thought of The Four of Us.👍 Like the video💬 Share your thoughts below🔔 Subscribe to Scened It for more South African film and television reviewsWatch The Four of Us on Netflix.Chapters00:00 Coming Up01:03 Intro & Synopsis06:35 Everything We Liked55:09 Everything We Didn’t Like1:20:35 Outro

    SCENED IT | THE FOUR OF US REVIEW: Pure Family Chaos | Netflix South Africa

  3. Jul 27

    SCENED IT | Tyler Perry’s STRAW Review: Powerful Drama Or Emotional Manipulation?

    How much can one person take before they finally break?In this episode of Scened It, we unpack Tyler Perry’s Netflix drama STRAW, starring Taraji P. Henson, Sherri Shepherd and Teyana Taylor. The film follows a struggling single mother whose already difficult life spirals into a catastrophic day, pushing her towards a desperate breaking point.We discuss Taraji’s emotional performance, the portrayal of motherhood and poverty, Tyler Perry’s writing choices, the relentless tragedy, and whether the film’s biggest revelation earns its emotional impact or manipulates the audience.Was STRAW a powerful reflection of people society overlooks, or was it trauma layered on top of trauma for maximum tears?Watch the full discussion and tell us what you thought in the comments.⚠️ SPOILER WARNING: Major plot details and the ending are discussed.Subscribe to Scened It for honest, entertaining conversations about the movies and shows everybody is talking about.

  4. Jul 26

    SCENED IT | Proof of Payment Is Pure South African Chaos 😂 | Prime Video Review

    Is Proof of Payment one of the funniest South African films we have seen in a long time? 😂In this episode of Scened It, we review Proof of Payment, the South African comedy now available on Prime Video.The film follows a group of characters trying to survive in a world shaped by money, inequality and corruption. But as their schemes grow bigger, they slowly become consumed by the very greed they were fighting against.We unpack the hilarious performances, outrageous scams, social commentary beneath the comedy and the moments that had the entire panel crying with laughter.But beneath all the chaos lies a serious question: can you fight a corrupt system without eventually becoming part of it?Watch the full review and tell us in the comments:Is Proof of Payment one of South Africa’s funniest films?⚠️ This review contains spoilers.Subscribe to THATBROEON PICTURES for more episodes of Scened It, where South African filmmakers and film lovers unpack local and international movies through honest opinions, heated debates and plenty of laughs.CHAPTERS00:00 Coming Up01:07 Meet the Hosts & Film Synopsis03:56 Everything That Worked25:37 Everything That Didn’t Work42:58 Final Thoughts#ProofOfPayment #ScenedIt #SouthAfricanMovies

    SCENED IT | Proof of Payment Is Pure South African Chaos 😂 | Prime Video Review

  5. Jul 10

    SCENED IT | THE DROP Review: Everyone in This Movie Needs to Be Investigated!

    What happens when two young filmmakers looking for inspiration suddenly find themselves trapped inside the kind of chaos they usually only imagine for a script?In this episode of **Scened It**, we review the South African crime-comedy **The Drop**, a wild Johannesburg-set film about friendship, creative frustration, a heist gone wrong, and one apartment that becomes the worst place to be at the worst possible time.We get into the film’s chaotic energy, the Maboneng setting, the performances, the comedy, the crime elements, and whether *The Drop* delivers as a fresh South African story about creatives caught in real-life madness.Is this a fun local gem, a messy ride, or both? Let’s get into it.Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and tell us: if this happened to you, are you calling the police, taking the money, or writing the script?#ScenedIt #TheDropSA #TheDropMovie #SouthAfricanFilm #SAMovies #MovieReview #FilmReview #PrimeVideo #LocalFilm #MzansiMovies #SouthAfricanYouTubers #BlackYouTubers

    SCENED IT | THE DROP Review: Everyone in This Movie Needs to Be Investigated!

  6. Jun 28

    SCENED IT | DAVID: Goliath Fell… But Did the Movie Rise?

    David, created by Angel Studios and Sunrise South African Studios, takes one of the most famous biblical stories ever told and turns it into a full animated musical epic, following the young shepherd boy on his journey towards faith, courage, power, and that legendary face-off with Goliath. But did this animated retelling actually rise to the occasion, or did it lean too safely on a story we already know?In this episode of Scened It, we unpack the animation, music, storytelling, faith elements, emotional beats, and the question of whether David works as both a family film and a cinematic experience. We also explore what it means to see a major biblical animation produced by South African creative talent.Was this a holy hit, an animated sermon, or a giant missed opportunity?Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and tell us: did David move you, surprise you, or leave you wanting more?

    SCENED IT | DAVID: Goliath Fell… But Did the Movie Rise?

  7. Jun 28

    SCENED IT | The Polygamist Review: Netflix Gave Us The World’s Messiest Husband

    In this episode of Scened It, we unpack the drama, the performances, the twists, the tension, and why The Polygamist had us on the edge of our seats from start to finish. We get into Jonasi Gomora’s choices, the women caught in his web, and whether this series gave us premium South African television or just premium blood pressure.

    SCENED IT | The Polygamist Review: Netflix Gave Us The World’s Messiest Husband

  8. Jun 11

    SCENED IT Review | YOH! BESTIE Had Us Fighting for Our Lives

    In this episode of Scened It, we get into Yoh! Bestie, the South African Netflix rom-com that brings back Thando and Charles for more love, friendship, jealousy, and emotional confusion.Thando has never had the smoothest ride when it comes to love, but things get even more complicated when her best friend returns with a fiancée. Suddenly, friendship starts looking a little too much like unfinished business. Yoh! Bestie is a 2026 South African romance/rom-com starring Katlego Lebogang, Siya Sepotokele, and Didie Makobane, and is connected to the world of Yoh! Christmas.We unpack the story, the chemistry, the chaos, the choices, and whether this film gave us a satisfying continuation or left us side-eyeing the friendship contract. Because sometimes “bestie” is not a title; it is a warning label. 🫠In this episode, we discuss:The Thando and Charles dynamicThe jealousy storylineWhether the romance workedThe comedy and emotional beatsWhat Yoh! Bestie says about friendship, timing, and messy loveOur final ratingLet us know in the comments: Were you rooting for Thando, or did Yoh! Bestie stress you out?Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe and share with your own bestie… unless things are complicated. Then maybe don’t.

    SCENED IT Review | YOH! BESTIE Had Us Fighting for Our Lives

  9. May 31

    SCENED IT| UBANI LORE Review: WHAT DID WE JUST WATCH?

    Tonight on Scened It, we step into the beautifully unhinged world of UBANI LORE? 🎬 Is it genius? Is it chaos? Is it South African cinema entering a brand-new era? We unpack the symbolism, storytelling, humour, confusion, and cultural impact behind one of the most talked-about indie films in the country right now. From surreal moments to hidden meanings, we break down why UBANI LORE has film lovers, Twitter detectives, and cinephiles debating nonstop. 🔥 In this episode: •⁠ ⁠Our honest review of UBANI LORE •⁠ ⁠The symbolism and themes explained •⁠ ⁠Why the film feels so different from mainstream SA cinema •⁠ ⁠The rise of experimental storytelling in South Africa •⁠ ⁠Did the movie actually make sense… or are we pretending? 👀 Whether you loved it, hated it, or left the screening spiritually disoriented, this conversation is for you.

  10. May 25

    Disaster Holiday Review: We Were YELLING At The Screen | Scened It

    Ready for pure family chaos?In this episode of Scened It, we review Netflix’s Disaster Holiday and unpack the madness, awkward moments, funniest scenes, performances, storytelling, and whether this South African comedy actually works or completely crashes out.From hilarious family drama to vacation disasters that spiral out of control, we break down everything that made Disaster Holiday one of the wildest movies on Netflix right now.

  11. May 18

    Scened It: 180 Netflix Review | South Africa's most chaotic Action Thriller??

    This week, we review the Netflix movie "180", starring Ntuthuzelo Grootboom as the protagonist, hellbent on seeking revenge for the unfortunate tragedy of the loss of his son.

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Scened It! Is a South African film/television review show with a touch of charisma and robust laughs as the hosts (filmmakers) dissect what worked and what didn't work about the show in an authentically South African way.

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  • Creator
    Thatbroeon Pictures
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Thatbroeon Pictures
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