Forever Young, Forever Free (e’Lollipop) 49 years old

"e’Lollipop" is the extraordinary story of two inseparable South African children, Tsepo and his orphaned friend Jannie. Jannie is sent to a missionary station in Tsepo’s village where they become best friends as Jannie finds his place in his new home. Life is full of childhood fun and antics until tragedy strikes: Jannie, now 10 years old, is seriously injured. In the face of much adversity, Tsepo and his community pull together so that Jannie can get specialised medical treatment. A daunting challenge lies ahead... At what cost will Jannie survive? Tsepo and Jannie’s inspirational story unfolds against the breathtaking backdrops of a dramatic African landscape and New York City in the mid-1970s. "e’Lollipop" is a life-changing story that reminds us of the true value of friendship, community, sacrifice and family - despite our color or creed.

Credits

Forever Young, Forever Free Cast

Name Character
José Ferrer He was 63, 80 years old when he died as Father Alberto
Karen Valentine She was 27, now 77 years old as Carol Anne
Patrick Mynhardt He was 42, 75 years old when he died as Doctor Du Toit
Ken Gampu He was 45, 74 years old when he died as Thomas Luke
Simon Sabela He was 44, 62 years old when he died as Rakwaba the Witchdoctor
Norman Knox as Jannie

Forever Young, Forever Free Crew

Name Department
Arthur J. Ornitz as Director of Photography. He was 58 (68) years old when He died Camera
Lee Holdridge as Original Music Composer. He was 31 (now 80) years old Sound
Andre Pieterse as Producer. Production
Andre Pieterse as Writer. Writing
Gianna Pisanello as Casting. Production
Forever Young, Forever Free (49 years)

  • Release day: Monday, March 24, 1975
  • Runtime: 85 minutes