2024 European Film Festival: A Celebration of Cinema in South Africa

Posted on October 8, 2024 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

A stellar line-up of films has been announced for the 11^th European Film Festival in South Africa which runs from 10 to 20 October 2024. Including two Oscar nominations, the select showcase of 14 films features numerous award-winners that delve into a wide-range of topics under the overarching theme of Complicated Freedoms. Cinema screenings take place in Johannesburg at Ster Kinekor, The Zone in Rosebank, and in Cape Town at The Labia. Eleven of the films will be available in the free programme of online streaming accessible across South Africa during the festival period.

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Anele Mdoda to Host the DStv Content Creator Awards 2024

Posted on September 20, 2024 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

The DStv Content Creator Awards are about to reach new heights, with the announcement that Anele Mdoda will be this year’s official host. Renowned for her dynamic personality and sharp wit, Anele promises to guide the guests through an unforgettable night celebrating the best in content creation.

Taking place for the first time in an exclusive, custom-built venue on Nelson Mandela Square on 12 October, this star-studded event promises to be bolder than ever, celebrating the creative voices that define the digital age.

“I’m beyond excited to be hosting this year’s DStv Content Creator Awards,” says Anele. “The energy, the creativity, the absolute magic that these creators bring, it’s electric! Get ready for a night full of surprises, laughter, and standout moments celebrating the phenomenal talent that’s shaping the future of entertainment in South Africa. I’m bringing my A-game as this year’s host because these creators deserve nothing less than a show as daring and dynamic as they are!”

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Shaka iLembe: A South African Epic Series with 17 SAFTA Nominations

Posted on September 19, 2024 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

Shaka iLembe – the South African series produced by Bomb Productions for M-Net’s channel Mzansi Magic – has swept the board with 17 South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) nominations, including Best Lead Actor and Actress, Best Achievement in Direction and Script Writing.

This sweeping epic tells the story of the young Shaka growing up, and his struggles to claim the throne. It is also about the powerful woman who contributed to his journey, including his mother Queen Nandi. It was the best-ever performance for a MultiChoice drama series in its history when Season 1 aired in June 2023, attracting over 7.5 million DSTV viewers in South Africa.

It also reached number one on the DStv App across Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia and other African countries and had the unique honour of being South Africa’s most Googled TV show in 2023, with over 10 billion impressions on social media.

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How to watch E! Live From The Red Carpet: The 2024 Emmy Awards

Posted on September 16, 2024 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

The 2024 Emmy Awards honours television’s biggest stars and best shows, with the ceremony having taken place on Sunday, 15 September in Los Angeles.

E! Live From The Red Carpet: The 2024 Emmy Awards will air on E! (DStv channel 124, and DStv Access) on Monday, 16 September at 5.00pm (CAT).

E! Live From The Red Carpet: The 2024 Emmy Awards will be hosted by Laverne Cox alongside comedian Heather McMahan and E! News’ Keltie Knight. The two-hour experience will feature interviews with this year’s top nominees. Plus, the Glambot is back to capture Hollywood’s finest fashion moments in slow motion at the stars arrive.

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