Sabbatical

When a successful investment banker unexpectedly returns to her childhood home after an illicit work incident, her overbearing and doting mother is wary of her sudden arrival. A tragic and comical culture clash of a mother and daughter forced to get to know each other again.

Directed by Karabo Lediga, Sabbatical leans on a strong ensemble — Mona Monyane, Clementine Mosimane, Loyiso Gola — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2025.