
Boetie Goes to the Border(1984)
Boetie is the type of guy who will do anything to get out of military service. Until his father makes him an offer he can't refuse. Its a story of a rich kid who learns the value of being a man.
Movie: Boetie Goes to the Border
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Dampies Ball
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James
Piet Slabbert

Boetie Gaan Border Toe
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Boetie is the type of guy who will do anything to get out of military service. Until his father makes him an offer he can't refuse. Its a story of a rich kid who learns the value of being a man.
Release Date
1984-06-06
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