Southern Point Pictures is a global, award-winning filmmaking company dedicated to telling penetrating and impactful stories. Our journey began with a focus on social-impact driven documentaries, and now we are expanding into the realm of scripted narratives. We transcend genres and mediums, striving to uncover the essence of humanity in every story and character we bring to life.
Julia is a South African and Tribeca-winning filmmaker whose films have been distributed by Disney, MTV, and The New Yorker. Her short My Father the Mover won Best Documentary Short at Tribeca 2020 and was acquired by MTV Studios. Exec-produced by Sheila Nevins, it was called “a fight for breath and air amidst the current deadly stillness.” It was also Critics Choice-nominated. In 2022, Elsa premiered at Tribeca and was acquired by The New Yorker. The Academy premiered on Disney+ in 2025, and Dears in the Headlights premiered at Big Sky February 2025. Julia is in production on her debut feature documentary on the underground sport of car spinning and is packaging her debut narrative feature, The Big Five, produced by Coco Francini. Julia is a RadicalMedia alum who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Politics and Philosophy from the University of Stellenbosch, a Master’s in International Relations and an MBA, both from the University of Oxford. She also holds a filmmaking diploma from The New York Film Academy.
Sheena-Lee Hendricks is a dynamic Producer at Penguin Films, Paw Paw Films, and Southern Point Pictures. She launched her career in 2015 at the award-winning Penguin Films as a Production Accountant, where she played a vital role in managing the financial architecture of numerous productions. Her expertise in budgeting, cashflow management, and cost reporting quickly established her as a key figure in the production process.
In 2018, Sheena-Lee transitioned into producing, working closely with renowned Showrunner Roberta Durrant on a wide range of acclaimed projects for KykNET, Mzansi Magic, Showmax, SABC and Etv. Her rare combination of financial insight and creative production skills enables her to bridge the gap between storytelling ambition and strategic execution.
Since 2023, she has expanded her scope through her work with Southern Point Pictures, collaborating with Tribeca Award-winning director Julia Jansch on high-profile documentary projects, including The Academy for Disney+ and Dears in the Headlights, which was selected for the Durban International Film Festival.
Driven by a passion for authentic storytelling and underpinned by sharp business acumen, Sheena-Lee continues to deliver content that resonates deeply with audiences while contributing to the evolving landscape of South African and global cinema.