Simon Sabela
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Simon Sabela was born on March 10, 1931 in Durban, South Africa. He was an actor and director, known for Zulu (1964), Zulu Dawn (1979) and Der Rivonia-Prozess (1966). He died in 1994.
Simon Sabela Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Simon Sabela reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Simon Sabela's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 14% of Simon Sabela's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Forever Young, Forever Free, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Simon Sabela Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Simon Sabela's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Simon Sabela has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | The Gods Must Be Crazy II | General | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Skeleton Coast | Sekassi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Shadowed Mind | The General | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Lion's Share | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Zulu Dawn | Cetshwayo | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Target of an Assassin | President Lunda | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Shout at the Devil | Village Chief | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Black Cat | Lefty Ndaba | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Forever Young, Forever Free | Rakwaba the Witchdoctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Gold | Big King | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Voortrekkers | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Rogue Lion | Witchdoctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Pressure Burst | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Satan's Harvest | Foreman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Strangers at Sunrise | Oubooi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | One Step to Hell | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Diamond Walkers | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Tokoloshe | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Seven Against the Sun | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Zulu | Dance Leader | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Death Drums Along the River | Bosambo | Flop | Similar → |
Simon Sabela - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Simon Sabela?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Simon Sabela is "Forever Young, Forever Free" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Simon Sabela acted in?
Simon Sabela has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Simon Sabela?
Other notable films include "Zulu", "The Gods Must Be Crazy II", and "Zulu Dawn".