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Stephen Rheeder

A little bit about me.

I’m a South African filmmaker who has traveled the world to tell stories. My work focuses on capturing deeply human moments – stories that connect people and help them feel seen.

My films have been featured at the Durban International Film Festival, and my portfolio includes titles like Take a Seat and Savior. I’ve also collaborated with clients such as Honest Studios, Solventum, Byrna, Totalsports, Overflo, and Legatum.

I currently live in Minneapolis with my wife, our goldendoodle, and soon, our baby girl. I’m actively developing a number of passion projects, including TERRIBLE GHOST, PROPHET OF THE LONG ROAD, and RANSOM. I aspire to become a feature filmmaker.

I would be honored to work on your commercial, passion, or documentary project.

FEATURED PROJECTS

Professional Achievements

Take a Seat

South African Film Festival

Official Selection

2025

Take a Seat

Durban International Film Festival

Official Selection

2024

Take a Seat

Pretoria Film Festival

Official Selection

2024

Mirage

International Video Poetry Festival

Official Selection

2022

Mirage

3 Minute Film Festival

Official Selection

2022

Keep Needing Me

SFAAF

Honorable Mention Cinematography

2020

Roses for the Ocean

Hazel Eye Film Festival

Official Selection

2019

Roses for the Ocean

Shnit Worldwide Film Festival

Official Selection

2019

Roses for the Ocean

Lesotho Film Festival

Official Selection

2019

MY FAVORITE FILMS