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Say Kimchi Films Presents

Bold Stories.
Global Perspectives.

Crafting compelling narratives that transcend borders, rooted in South African heritage with a multicultural lens.

WHO WE ARE

ABOUT SAY KIMCHI FILMS

Say Kimchi Films is a dynamic company dedicated to crafting compelling and socially significant stories that entertain and captivate audiences. Our primary focus is on script development, recognizing that a well-crafted and marketable script is the foundation of any successful film or television project. . Our projects reflect a dedication to bold storytelling, rich character development, and meaningful themes.

Mission

To develop engaging narratives that contribute to social discourse and entertain diverse audiences. 

Vision

To be a leading name in the industry, known for our commitment to quality storytelling and impactful narratives.

Producer & Founder

Babalwa Rasane-Eidner

Babalwa Rasane-Eidner is a multidisciplinary filmmaker, writer, and producer born in Gqeberha, South Africa and raised in Johannesburg. Her creative journey began in 2004 as a television anchor on e.tv and evolved through filmmaking studies and screenwriting work in the U.S. and South Korea.

Babalwa made her directorial debut in 2024 with Neighbour, a dark comedy she wrote and produced. She brings a rich, grounded perspective to her storytelling—deeply rooted in her South African heritage and shaped by lived experiences across four continents.

Her multicultural lens allows her to tell stories that resonate across borders while remaining authentic to the nuanced complexities of South African identity and culture. Her current projects include the psychological thriller Dead but Barely Breathing and The Sun Warrior, an Afro-centric animation series in development.

OUR WORK

Our PROJECTS

From dark comedies to epic fantasies, our slate explores the human condition through bold, socially significant storytelling.

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Neighbour 2024 - Realeased

Dark Comedy Short Film

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Dead but Barely Breathing - IN DEVELOPMENT

Feature Film (Psychological Thriller)

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Foreign Affair - In Development 

Romantic Comedy Feature

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The Last Cradle - In Development

Dystopian Sci-Fi Drama | Social Thriller

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The Sun Warrior - In Development

African Fantasy Animation Series

our NEWS

FILM SCREENING IN SEOUL

On November 24, 2024, Say Kimchi Films presented a screening of its dark comedy film at KT&G Sangsangmadang Cinema in Seoul, where it was warmly received by audiences. The event concluded with an engaging Q&A featuring the cast and producer.

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DFM ACCESS 2025

Producer/Writer Babalwa Rasane-Eidner has been selected to participate in DFM Access 2025, an intensive producer development initiative by the Durban FilmMart Institute.

GET IN TOUCH

CONTACT US

ADDRESS

48 Estuary Drive Gonubie
South Africa

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Bold stories. Global perspectives.
Crafting narratives that transcend borders.

© 2026 Say Kimchi Films. All rights reserved.

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