In this episode of Story Conversations, we speak with South African filmmakers Michael James, writer and director, and Sithabile Mkhize, Producer, about their new feature film: “God’s Work”.

Set in Durban, South Africa, it tells the story of a group of unhoused men navigating survival, poverty, hopelessness and the universal human desire to be seen before disappearing.  

The film debuted at the 2025 Durban International Film Festival (DIFF) and is currently seeking festival inclusion and distribution.  

Michael and Sithabile are young cinematic story tellers who know their craft and the work of masters in the art of movie making who came before them.  “God’s Work” is visually beautiful, with a gorgeous score and sound design, and deeply moving performances by an ensemble cast. 

It depicts a brilliantly realized narrative that doesn’t romanticize yet seeks to reveal humanity of its characters.  The filmmakers hope that audiences will come away with a sense of empathy that prompts action.  They hope viewers can find new resolve to live differently and not to look away from the universal and global challenge of homelessness.  

It feels almost unfair to tease you with an exquisite film that you cannot yet see streaming or in theaters. But maybe we can raise our voices to urge distributors that this is a film should be seen by audiences around the world.  

To find out more about “God’s Work”, and get updates on distribution, go to: 

Website: https://www.godsworkthefilm.com/

Official Trailer: https://www.godsworkthefilm.com/officialtrailer

For Media Inquiries:  https://www.godsworkthefilm.com/media

If you are interested in supporting the organization in Durban providing services to the poor and unhoused, in the community that inspired the film, you can explore the charitable work of the Denis Hurley Centre https://www.denishurleycentre.org/

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