Behind the Lens: Pieter Grobbelaar on Die Dekonstruksie van Retta Blom

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In this exclusive interview, Samm Marshall sits down with acclaimed director Pieter Grobbelaar to discuss his latest film, Die Dekonstruksie van Retta Blom. Adapted from Zelda Bezuidenhout’s beloved novel, the film explores love, betrayal, and self-reinvention in a raw and thought-provoking way. Pieter shares insights into his creative process, the challenges of adapting such an intricate story for the big screen, and what audiences can expect.
26 Mar English South Africa Business · Non-Profit

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