David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived, Albert Brooks: Defending My Life & more documentaries to stream this month DAVID HOLMES: THE BOY WHO LIVED First on Showmax | Stream now Nominated for the 2024 BAFTA for Single Documentary, David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived is the story of the friendship between Daniel Radcliffe and his… Continue reading Must-watch Doccies on Showmax – Harry Potter’s paralyzed stunt double, Albert Brooks, The Janes & more
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Call For International Bursary Applications For Film & TV Postgraduate Studies
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, was mandated to ensure the equitable growth of the South African film and video industry. The NFVF does this by providing funding for the development, production, marketing and distribution of films and also the training and development of filmmakers.… Continue reading Call For International Bursary Applications For Film & TV Postgraduate Studies
Inclusive Lens Awards to Celebrate Diversity in Film and TV
As part of FAME Week Africa (happening in the Host City of Cape Town from 1-7 September 2024), MIP Africa is pioneering the Inclusive Lens Awards in recognition of inclusive film and series content that serves to amplify and celebrate Africa’s diverse and historically underrepresented perspectives. The Awards will take place on 3 September 2024, hosted by drag artist… Continue reading Inclusive Lens Awards to Celebrate Diversity in Film and TV
2024 Sundance Institute Indigenous Film Tour Kicks Off in June
The nonprofit Sundance Institute announced today the 2024 Sundance Institute Indigenous Film Tour, a 83-minute short film program featuring selections from past editions of the Sundance Film Festival and alumni of Sundance Institute’s Indigenous Program. The Indigenous Film Tour curates vibrant works by Native filmmakers, providing audiences with a glimpse into the present and future… Continue reading 2024 Sundance Institute Indigenous Film Tour Kicks Off in June
Showmax Drops Trailer for “Born Into Fame”
Showmax has just dropped the trailer for Born Into Fame, a reality show about growing up with famous parents. The cast includes siblings AJ and Owamie Mafokate, who are Arthur Mafokate’s children; Phila Madlingozi, who is Ringo Madlingozi’s son; Robbie Malinga Jr, who is the late Robbie Malinga’s son; Shamiso Mosaka, who is Azania Mosaka’s… Continue reading Showmax Drops Trailer for “Born Into Fame”
Compelling Line-Up of Films for Encounters South African International Documentary Festival
The 26th Encounters South African International Documentary Festival, which takes place in Cape Town and Johannesburg from 20 to 30 June, features a compelling line-up of films from around the globe that promise to spark debate, stimulate conversations, and shed new light on controversial subject matter. From the Congo to Kenya, USA and Europe, Lebanon… Continue reading Compelling Line-Up of Films for Encounters South African International Documentary Festival