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Just under 8 hours to go to the 85th Academy Awards, and the Dobly Theatre is a hive of activity.   History The Academy The Academy is an artist-driven organization that advances the art and science of motion pictures. The Academy’s mission is to preserve the past, honor the present, and shape the future of… Continue reading 85th Academy Awards

Last week, 63 promising young film-makers and live theatre practitioners gathered in a formal assembly with academic staff, industry guests, media and dignitaries as Mayor of eThekwini, James Nxumalo officially opened AFDA (The South African School of Motion Picture Medium and Live Performance), in Glen Anil, Durban. This is the third AFDA school to open… Continue reading AFDA Durban Officially Opens Its Doors

The following letter to the industry from the CEO of the CFC (Cape Film Comission): Dear Members The Cape Film Commission and representatives of industry met with the Deputy Minister of Home Affairs and senior representatives of her Office last week. At the meeting various proposals were discussed and, we believe, resolved. We can confirm… Continue reading CFC & Department Of Home Affairs Meeting

Participants move to an advanced level in their voice and speech training, through developing and applying vocal techniques to various performance projects. Workshop will cover: –       Vocal projection. –       Sight reading. –       Acting for radio. –       Voice over Venue:  Act Cape Town Cost: R4950 (Every  Mon/Tues/Thur & Fri) Participants will record a voice-over demo CD.… Continue reading Advanced Voice And The Actor

Romantic comedy ‘Fanie Fourie’s Lobola’, which opens in cinemas on 1 March, has won the all-important Audience Choice Award at the second annual Jozi Film Festival held at the weekend. The awards ceremony was held on Sunday night at Villa Arcadia in Parktown, at an event hosted by John Vlismas. A total of 23 films… Continue reading Fanie Fourie’s Lobola Wins Audience Choice Award At Jozi Film Festival

The new feature film by Berlin-based, South African filmmaker, Pia Marais, which played in Main Competition at the recent Berlinale International Film Festival, won a JURY SPECIAL MENTION AWARD at the Awards Ceremony last Saturday night, 16th February. This multi-country co-production, led by prolific German producer, Pandora Film Produktion, is co-produced by Dv8 Films and… Continue reading South African Film “Layla Fourie“ Wins Recognition At Berlinale