Melissa de Vries on How “Arendsvlei” and “Mince Jou Hare” Changed the Game

Melissa de Vries (Sasha Daniels in Arendsvlei, Bronwyn in Taktiek) stars in Mince Jou Hare as Frieda, who quits her factory job to set up a hair salon in her home, disrupting the lives of her family, neighbours and clients in the process. The Showmax Original sitcom is inspired by the true story of Frieda,… Continue reading Melissa de Vries on How “Arendsvlei” and “Mince Jou Hare” Changed the Game

“Evil Dead Rise”, the Highest-Grossing Film in the Franchise, Now on Showmax

Back in 1981, 20-year-old director Sam Raimi begged and borrowed a budget before chasing his childhood friend Bruce Campbell through the woods to capture a gore-spattered tale of horror, demon-possessed trees and zombie-esque “Deadites”.  Cult classic The Evil Dead went on to spawn three sequels and a three-season TV series. And now, as if raised… Continue reading “Evil Dead Rise”, the Highest-Grossing Film in the Franchise, Now on Showmax

Registration Now Open for 2024 NAB Show New York

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) is thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the 2024 NAB Show New York, held October 9-10 at the Javits Center. As the must-attend event for the broadcast, media and entertainment industry on the East Coast, NAB Show New York promises a dynamic experience of innovation, networking… Continue reading Registration Now Open for 2024 NAB Show New York

Zapiro Documentary, “The Showerhead” Gets Punitive Rating From Film & Publications Board

Jonathan Shapiro (Zapiro)

RATING TO BE APPEALED The Showerhead which focuses on the work of renowned cartoonist, Jonathan Shapiro, known by his pen name Zapiro, is billed as ‘a defiant documentary of cartooning, corruption, and the courage to speak truth to power’ has received a punitive 16 L N P SV rating for its cinema release following a unanimous… Continue reading Zapiro Documentary, “The Showerhead” Gets Punitive Rating From Film & Publications Board

Margaret Gardiner Vier 46 Jaar Sedert Haar Historiese Mej. Heelal-Oorwinning

Margaret Gardiner, die eerste Suid-Afrikaner wat as Mej. Heelal gekroon is, vier 46 jaar sedert haar historiese oorwinning op 24 Julie 1978 in Mexiko. Haar oorwinning was ’n belangrike mylpaal vir Suid-Afrika en het die pad gebaan vir toekomstige Suid-Afrikaanse skoonheidskoninginne, Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters in 2017 en Zozibini Tunzi in 2019, om in haar voetspore te… Continue reading Margaret Gardiner Vier 46 Jaar Sedert Haar Historiese Mej. Heelal-Oorwinning

Margaret Gardiner Celebrates 46 Years Since Miss Universe Win

Margaret Gardiner, the first South African to be crowned Miss Universe, celebrates 46 years since her historic win on 24 July 1978 in Mexico. Her victory marked a significant milestone for South Africa, paving the way for future South African beauty queens, Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters in 2017 and Zozibini Tunzi in 2019, to follow in her… Continue reading Margaret Gardiner Celebrates 46 Years Since Miss Universe Win