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SABC’s Generations comes to a halt

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A number of Generations stars including Sophie Ndaba (Queen Moroka), Katlego Danke (Dineo Mashaba), Menzi Ngubane (Sbusiso Dhlomo), Anga Makubalo (MJ), Thami Mngqolo (Senzo) and Xolisa Xaluva (Jason) have failed to show up on set after a two-week break.

The no-show is the result of a dispute that began after cast members refused to sign new one-year contracts which led to disagreements around contract terms and salary increases.

The filming of South Africa’s most watched soapie has come to a halt, leading to serious implications for the SABC.

While celebrating Generations’ 20 year anniversary recently, it was announced that executive producer Mfundi Vundla’s company, Morula Pictures, had signed a three-year contract with the SABC. Cast members had expectations of signing contracts of a similar nature but instead were given one-year contracts with no increase in call-out fees.

Vundla has responded to concerns saying that meeting these demands would ’abdicate my right’ to write out ’nonperforming’ cast members and that actors would be written out of the series if they are not able to reach an agreement on the matter.

Disgruntled cast members have selected Bulelani Mzamo as the attorney to represent them during negotiations.

Gary the Tooth Fairy returns

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Launched in mid-August, a new ad campaign for M-Net written, directed and performed by Bevan Cullinan sees the return of fictional character Gary the Tooth Fairy.

In the latest television commercial, Gary attempts to provide viewers with alternative entertainment through his misguided channel “GaryNet’. Convinced that he can do a better job executing the material than the original movies showcased on M-Net, Gary slates movies such as Black Swan, Transformers and American Beauty.

Pierre Cloete, director of M-Net Channels, said: “M-Net appreciates Gary the Tooth Fairy’s spirit and to see his inspiration and passion coming out of the entertainment we provide is a huge compliment to M-Net. Allowing Gary to “fly’ on M-Net is helping viewers to really see when something is truly ’magic’.”

The character, Gary the Tooth Fairy, has more than 180,000 followers on Facebook, and has been well received by South African audiences.

Gayle Craig, creative director at Clearwater has been part of the project since 2009and said: “When Clearwater approached Bevan to create the character we had no idea the strength of the bond Gary would form with the M-Net brand and its viewers.”

In addition to the advert, producer Graham Black and Cullinan have compiled a behind-the-scenes look at the two-day shoot.

More material from the campaign will be launched in November.

Watch the ad at http://www.screenafrica.com/page/industry-interviews/1635552-Gary-The-Tooth-Fairy

Watch the behind-the-scenes footage at http://www.screenafrica.com/page/industry-interviews/1635553-Gary-The-Tooth-Fairy-Garynet-Making-of#.Ul5NNRDh33A

Humorous twist for new KFC ad

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Led by creative director Mike Martin, Johannesburg advertising agency Ogilvy & Mather has produced a new television commercial for KFC that shows a young South African boy, unable to resist an extra piece of chicken meant for his imaginary friend.

Directed by Egg Films’ Kim Geldenhuys, the advert features comical moments experienced by a family who learns to accept the boy’s friendship with his invisible playmate until, during a family KFC meal, this friendship is tested.

View the commercial at http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=ELhQpSv0pxI.

SA ad highlights consistency

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In a new television commercial for investment management company Prudential, Cape-Town based advertising agency Lowe highlights the message that there is power in consistency.

With Prudential’s 25-year track record of providing unfailing results for their clients, Keith Rose, director at Velocity Films says: “The gravitas and hard-hitting facts of this story felt like the perfect way to showcase Prudential’s consistent approach to investing.’

Narrated by Sean Bean (Game of Thrones), the advert tells the story of Robert Scott’s and Roald Amundsen’s ambitious race to the South Pole in 1911 and their different ways of achieving their end goal.

While Amundsen persisted through challenging weather conditions and setbacks to reach his targeted destination each day, Scott chose to travel only when conditions were favourable, resulting in him arriving second at the South Pole.

Each frame in the commercial was carefully handpainted to create an authentic feel to portray the footage, as it would have appeared a century ago.

Watch the ad at http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=ZZz9xn4fxcM#t=45.

Shakespeare film feast at Cinema Nouveau

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On 19, 23 and 24 October at 19h30 and on 20 October at 14h30 Cinema Nouveau, in collaboration with performance broadcaster, National Theatre Live, screens a filmed UK live production of William Shakespeare’s Othello.

This will be the first of three exciting new Shakespearean interpretations, including Macbeth and Coriolanus, to screen in South Africa.

Earlier this year the National Theatre production of Othello played to sold-out performances and received five-star reviews including that of Britain’s The Times which referred to it as “a: breath-taking show of emotional firepower.’

The play was directed by successful National Theatre director Nicholas Hytner (Timon of Athens, One Man, Two Guvnors) and designed by Vicki Mortimer, with lighting by Jon Clark and fight direction by Kate Waters.

Olivier Award-winning actor and National Theatre associate Adrian Lester (Henry V at the National Theatre, BBC’s Hustle) plays the lead role of Othello with fellow Olivier Award-winner Rory Kinnear (The Last of the Haussmans, James Bond: Skyfall) as Iago, Olivia Vinall as Desdemona and Jonathan Bailey as the young Cassio.

Othello is a play about the destructive power of jealousy and features a scheme instigated by Iago, who is passed over for promotion by military operation leader Othello in favour of the young Cassio. In an attempt to get revenge, Iago convinces Othello that his new and much younger wife Desdemona and Cassio are having an affair.

The movie will have four screenings only at Cinema Nouveau theatres in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban and Cape Town and at Ster-Kinekor Blue Route Mall.

For booking information on Othello, visit www.cinemanouveau.co.za or call Ticketline on 082 16789.

View the Othello trailer at http://ntlive.nationaltheatre.org.uk/productions/40168-othello.

National Geographic announces new “real’ channel

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National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) has announced the launch of a new channel, Nat Geo People, which features true stories and realistic journeys of real individuals and fascinating subcultures from around the world.

Nat Geo People is set to launch early next year in 50 countries and will be available in HD and both linear and non-linear formats across Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.

Along with sister networks National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo Wild, Nat Geo People provides partners and viewers with a diverse mix of programming that aligns with its trademark brand values through innovative storytelling and powerful narratives.

“National Geographic has covered stories of people from around the world for 125 years, and the international launch of Nat Geo People is a natural, strategic extension for NGCI, offering an exciting new way to deliver this kind of content with heart and impact,’ says Ward Platt, CEO of NGCI.

Hamish Mykura, NGCI’s executive vice president and head of International Content adds: “Nat Geo People will bring viewers emotional and entertaining true stories of real people; think of it as Real TV as opposed to Reality TV. Our focus is on compelling characters who take you into riveting subcultures and on exhilarating adventures.’

Mykura and NGCI’s global content hub team based in London will oversee the networks content and programming strategy while guided by input from programming teams in local markets.

Programmes that make up part of the premiere schedule are:

David Rocco’s Dolce Vita features celebrity chef David Rocco bringing interesting people and great food together in a 13-part season based in Italy.

Food Lover’s Guide to the Planet tells an intimate culinary tale through the eyes of foodies from around the world.

Nine-part series Ladyboys, follows the connection between British expats and their ladyboy lovers in Thailand.

French journalist and host Diego Bunuel offers an insider look at dangerous and inaccessible countries in Don’t Tell My Mother.

Hook, Line & Sisters features female fishing duo Sierra and Memry competing in the high-stakes, male-dominated world of commercial fishing as they trek to a remote Alaskan location to earn an entire year’s living in just three short months.

For more information, visit www.natgeotv.com.

France first European country to release Mandela film

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South African producer Anant Singh announced today that France will be the first European country to release Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom on 18 December 2013. This announcement coincided with the arrival of French President François Hollande in South Africa today.

French media giant Pathe will release the film across France on more than 350 screens, and it will be the first release of this magnitude for a South African film. Pathe believes that Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom will have wide appeal among the French public as Madiba is one of the most loved international statesmen in France.

Singh commented, “It is very exciting that President Hollande is visiting South Africa to enhance business and industrial ties with our country. It is equally exciting that France will be releasing Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom first in Europe.

“This major release in France is greater than that of Lincoln, The Iron Lady and Rush. We are encouraged with their confidence in the film and we believe it will further solidify the relationship between our countries.’

Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom releases nationally in South Africa on 28 November 2013 through United International Pictures.

SA journos win prestigious African Journalist Award

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South African journalists Msindisi Fengu and Yandisa Monakali won the top prize at the CNN MultiChoice African Journalist Awards held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre on Saturday 12 October.

The pair shares the CNN MultiChoice African Journalist of the Year award for their investigation into appalling conditions in local school hostels.

The series, School Hostels of Shame, appeared in South African newspaper Daily Dispatch and investigated issues surrounding hygiene, safety and corruption within the education department, affecting thousands of learners in South Africa’s Eastern Cape.

“It’s a huge honour to win,’ the pair said in a statement. “It means all the work we put in has been rewarded. It always feels good to be recognised by your fellow journalists. We’ll keep pushing this agenda.’

The CNN MultiChoice African Journalist Competition is the most prestigious and respected award for journalists across the African continent and the South Africans’ winning entry was chosen from 1,387 submissions from 42 nations. Established in 1995, the awards are the premier accolade to encourage, promote and recognise excellence in the industry.

Contestants were given praise by key players in the industry, including Parisa Khosravi, senior vice president of global relations for CNN Worldwide, who said the awards highlighted the depth and strength of journalism in Africa.

Khosravi, who presented the top award with Collins Khumalo, CEO of MultiChoice South Africa said: “These men and women have proven that top-notch journalism is alive and prospering, and Africa will have its stories told to the world.’

Nico Meyer, CEO of MultiChoice Africa, said journalists played a vital role in the development of African media. Meyer added: “Without your hard work and perseverance, the development of the media across Africa would not be possible.’

For more information on the CNN MultiChoice African Journalist Awards visit http://edition.cnn.com/WORLD/africa/africanawards/.

Highly anticipated SA film Elelwani to screen

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Elelwani, South Africa’s first Venda-language feature film, screens at Rosebank Cinema Nouveau in Johannesburg from 1 to 7 November 2013, prior to its official national release on 31 January 2014 through Indigenous Film Distribution.

The screening is to ensure that Elelwani qualifies to be in competition for the 2014 South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs).

Directed by Ntshaveni Wa Luruli and based on the novel by Titus Ntsiene Maumela, the film tells the story of Elelwani (Florence Masebe), a young woman who leaves her rural village for the big city, where she completed her studies.

Elelwani has been offered a dream job in Chicago and is engaged to Vele, the love of her life. The two set out on a drive to her village, intending to tell her parents of their plans to marry.

However, after their arrival, Elelwani is shocked when her parents reveal that she is to marry the tribal king. She initially rebels, but torn between a glowing future and familial duty, she finally consents to the marriage.

An ethnographic thriller infused with the tradition of oral storytelling, the film is a cinematic initiation into the culture of the Venda.

The film was shot against the glorious backdrop of the Thohoyandou area of Limpopo, and these beautiful images and a thrilling plot create a film filled with magical realism.

Wa Luruli, who is Venda, deals maturely with a sensitive topic and guides the story to a complex and grounded resolution.

Says Helen Kuun, CEO of Indigenous Film Distribution: “Elelwani is a unique film and an important milestone in South African cinema history. Not only does it provide a window into Venda culture, but it’s also a well-told tale that is beautifully shot, with solid performances from the lead characters.

“We are confident that the film is likely to win awards, which is why we want to ensure that it is eligible for the 2014 SAFTAs by exhibiting it in November this year. The SAFTAs celebrate creativity, quality and excellence in South African film, and Elelwani is definitely a movie that we can all be proud of.’

Idols top 8 Movie Magic Anthems

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The top eight idols contestants fight for their place in the top seven with a battle of movie ballads which played out on Sunday 13 October on M-Net and Mzanzi Magic. Voting for the top eight opened at the start of the show and will close on Monday night, 14 October, at 22h00. Viewers find out which singer will have their last Idols SA Season 9 performance on Tuesday, 15 October.

Under the expert mentorship of the legendary South African music composer and producer Trevor Jones, the performers took to the stage accompanied by the Idols band and a mini-orchestra of strings and horns.

Zoe Zana rocked the house with her interpretation of the Grammy-winning Lady Marmalade cover by Pink, Christina Aguilera, Mya and Lil’Kim from the 2001 Baz Luhrmann movie Moulin Rouge!

Innocent Mabushe wound back the clock and sang the Phil Collins hit Two Hearts, from the soundtrack of the 1988 British true-life crime comedy Buster.

Sonke Mazibuko chose a Disney song for his performance: Go The Distance from the 1997 animated adventure Hercules, which was covered for the movie soundtrack by Michael Bolton.

Crystaline Nair took the audience back to 1995 for the Kenny Edmunds-composed Whitney Houston hit Exhale (Shoop Shoop) from the groundbreaking romantic drama Waiting To Exhale.

Brenden Ledwaba chose a relatively obscure movie song for his performance, Kate Bush’s This Woman’s Work, from the 1988 John Hughes romantic drama She’s Having A Baby.

Musa Sukwene chose Win by Brian McKnight from the 2000 drama Men of Honor.
Bunny Majaja performed the Seal hit Kiss From a Rose from the Batman Forever movie soundtrack in 1995.

For the evening’s finale Christina Williams selected Adele’s big Oscar-winning ballad from last year’s James Bond adventure, Skyfall.

Watch Idols on Sundays at 17:30 and Tuesdays at 19:30 and find out how the voting works on the Idols website at www.mnet.co.za/Idols.

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