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Jesus and the Giant
In Johannesburg, Jesus is a woman with special powers she herself doesn’t understand. Jesus has to choose whether to stay and nurse the beaten-up MaryPublished on: -
The Rose of Rhodesia
This recently recovered film involves the theft of a diamond from a Rhodesian mining concern, though its real interest is inter-racial relations.Published on: -
Stories of Our Lives
Stories of love that can only be lived and shared in secret. Anyone identifying as LGBTQI in Kenya risks a heavy penalty – possibly even…Published on: -
With History in a Room Filled with People with Funny Names 4
In a world where drones take on the role of spirits and co-exist with living species, Thai artist Korakrit Arunanondchai tackles the subject ofPublished on: -
Ellen
The true story of Ellen Pakkies, a mother suffering from her adult son Abie’s addiction. In Cape Flats, a poverty-stricken, violent area inPublished on: -
Wizard
Hilarious, in-your-face adventure set in a South African township focusing on teen best friends Lefa and Papi. They dream of riches and girls, anPublished on: -
When I Grow Up I Want to Be a Black Man
An alphabet of violence and freedom featuring rhythmic images provides a strong vocabulary for critiquing representations of black bodies.Published on: -
Daryn’s Gym
Gym owner Daryn battles his next door competitor, in this light, sometimes deliciously exaggerated South African mockumentary.Published on: -
Of Good Report
Parker Sithole served as a UN soldier in the Congo, is very proud of his teaching diploma and with his wise, peaceful demeanour somewhat resembles…Published on: