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Reel problems: Noluthando Rotwane, founder of the She Fest has spoken out about the challenges of sexism in the film industry.
BUSISIWE NTINTILI

Women battle in lights, camera, sexism industry

Women in the South African film have to overcome challenges in a patriarchal film sector

  • Rolland Simpi Motaung
5 min read
Local story: Behind the scenes at the shooting of the South African movie Greytown Girl, in which former newscaster Uveka Rangappa (centre) plays her first acting role. Photo: Supplied
DARRELL ROODT

Uveka Rangappa: The bittersweet emotions of a first-timer

We speak to Uveka Rangappa about her first role as local stories queue up for film and TV awards

  • Rolland Simpi Motaung
5 min read
All that jazz: Director Norman Maake (centre) with the crew of Inkabi, a local film about a retired hitman, flanking him. Photo: African Encounters
AFRICAN ENTERTAINERS CONSULTANCY

Inkabi is a hit for the local industry

The film, which is in the top 10 on Netflix, shows what can be achieved on a small budget

  • Rolland Simpi Motaung
6 min read