Serengeti Pictures is a premium production company based in Cape Town, South Africa. Founded by Ernest Napoleon and Werner Truter, our company has rich background in filmmaking and storytelling. We exist to create beautiful stories, told through unforgettable cinematic experiences.
Our team is made up of experienced talented professionals from all film production disciplines, including directors, producers, writers, cinematographers and post-production specialists. We believe that cinema is a collaborative art and we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of the medium with every project.
Our creative leader is Ernest Napoleon, a filmmaker who has lived in several countries, including Russia, Tanzania, the United States, Sweden and South Africa. He combines his wide cultural experience with his love of cinema and the film education he received in Los Angeles, to create authentic African content that will appeal to an international audience.
Serengeti Pictures is committed to producing engaging, entertaining films of exceptional quality, showcasing African talent and appealing to a global audience. We are interested in stories that bridge cultures, entertain global audiences, and contribute to the growth of Africa’s film industry. We strive to provide opportunities for Africa’s copious talent, stimulate growth in the South African film industry, and bring African cinema to an international stage.
