Tshikululu Social Investments to administer the R8 million Netflix donation to help support the hardest hit below-the-line workers whose productions were suspended due to the pandemic Today, the South African Screen Federation (SASFED), supported by the Independent Producers Organisation (IPO), announced the establishment of a COVID-19 Film and Television Relief Fund in collaboration with Netflix… Continue reading SASFED And Netflix Collaborate On A Covid-19 Film And TV Relief Fund To Help South African Creative Community
Category: Uncategorized
Creative Producer Indaba Announces Its Inaugural Selection
The urgent need for global black stories that center African perspectives could not be more timely as the world reckons with the Black Lives Matter movement. In order for these African diasporic stories to take their rightful place on the global stage there is a critical missing element – more skillful producers with access to… Continue reading Creative Producer Indaba Announces Its Inaugural Selection
Moonyeenn Lee 1944 – 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of the legendary South African casting director and agent, Moonyeenn Lee. She passed away on Saturday morning, 18th of July 2020 in Johannesburg. Her death was due to complications caused by the coronavirus. Her 47 years in the film industry earned her a formidable reputation.… Continue reading Moonyeenn Lee 1944 – 2020
DStv Celebrates Africa Day With The Very Best Programmes From The Continent #DStvAfricaWeSee
In the build-up to Africa Day on 25 May, DStv is bringing its customers the shows that demonstrate the fierce independence, unmitigated talent, entrepreneurial skills and musical genius that make Africans so incredibly proud. DStv has always believed in being a platform for authentic African stories – the ones that touch lives and resonate with… Continue reading DStv Celebrates Africa Day With The Very Best Programmes From The Continent #DStvAfricaWeSee
Academy Announces 2020 Grant Recipients
he Academy Foundation of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today the 96 recipients of its 2020 FilmCraft and FilmWatch grants, including recipients of the emergency grant funds announced last month in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. All of the grants, which total a combined $2.5 million in funds, are awarded based… Continue reading Academy Announces 2020 Grant Recipients
Sony Powers Creativity With Enhanced Professional Imaging Products And Solutions
Sony Electronics Inc. unveiled on 30 April 2020 new solutions and products developed in collaboration with the media industry to bring creative visions to life. Key highlights include powerful enhancements to Sony’s digital motion picture camera VENICE and full-frame camera FX9, and upgrades to its 4K HDR professional monitors. Sony also expands its portfolio of… Continue reading Sony Powers Creativity With Enhanced Professional Imaging Products And Solutions