The quiet retirement of a once-feared assassin in South Africa is interrupted by a desperate call from the daughter of an old and trusted friend whose father has been kidnapped. He uncovers a conspiracy at the heart of the government. Heart of the Hunter is a 2024 film directed by Mandla Dube. It stars Bonko Khoza, Connie Ferguson and Nicole Fortuin. The film is based on Deon Meyer's novel. A retired assassin is pulled back into action when his friend uncovers a dangerous conspiracy at the heart of the South African government.