SA Indies MIPTV 2015 Catalog

SOUTH AFRICAN

INDIESMIPTV 13 - 16 APRIL 2015

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COVER PHOTOGRAPH: Late Night News with Loyiso Gola, Courtesy of Diprente

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South Africa has a vibrant film and television industry that is growing in reputation and is competitive internationally. Local and foreign filmmakers are taking advantage of the country’s diverse, unique locations, as well as low production costs and favourable exchange rate, which makes it more affordable to make a movie or shoot a TV show here than in Europe or the US.

South African films and television productions have attained substantial global recognition including an Academy Award for best foreign language film in 2006 for Tsotsi, Oscar-nominated films like Yesterday, and U-Carmen eKhayalitsha, a Xhosa-language film which won the Golden Bear award at the 2005 Berlin Film Festival. Documentary film A Lion’s Tale won a non-fiction Emmy in 2006, recognised for its “most outstanding cultural and artistic programming”. South Africa’s documentary and factual films continue to be selected for screening and receive recognition at international festivals including IDFA and HotDocs.

Building on South Africa’s reputation for quality and creative film making, a string of successful big budget international productions have been filmed here, including District 9, which was nominated for four Academy Awards, including best picture; Fury Road, the fourth Mad Max film; Blood Diamond with Leonardo DiCaprio; and Clint Eastwood’s Invictus.

Opportunities abound, with the makers of movies, television, commercial and other productions being attracted by South Africa’s highly skilled film crews and technicians, excellent technical capacity and infrastructure, good weather and an incredible and stable film and TV production incentive that ranges from 20% to 50% depending on the kind of production and nature of ownership.

ABOUT THE SOUTH AFRICAN FILM INDUSTRY

1. About the SA Film Industry

2. Alex On Seventh Aluta, The Struggle Continues

3. Anansi Black Sunday

4. The Defected Diturupa

5. From A Heart Of A Man The Green Karma Guide: Green Is The New Good

6. Klipies Kuyoze Kubenini (How Long)

7. No. 42 Fairmile The One Day Restaurant

8. The Rush Behind Tastemakers

9. When I Was Water Women On Sex

12. Asi - B Films Chocolate Milk & Cookies Productions

13. DH Media Inc Diprente Films

14. Gambit Films Kude Media

15. Mmonday Pictures MYA Productions

16. Natives At Work Sani Sanza Productions

17. Shadow Films Sole Proprietor

18. Sole Proprietor Tekwini Media & Tourism Consultation

19. The Creative Advantage Vision Faces

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The Association for Transformation in Film and Television02 PROJECTS

Phase: Pre-production

Natives at Work

ALEX ON SEVENTH:

I n one of South Africa’s tough neighbourhoods we meet a pretty 86 year-old matriarch – Claire and Lulu her cat. Claire and Lulu

are passionate about the mean-looking bodybuilding young men in Claire’s backyard gym. The tiny gym doubles up as a tattoo parlour and fine-art studio. Through Claire’s wise counsel, spirit and aura she galvanises the young men to better navigate their lives. The film unveils an intimate portrait of the protagonists with similar problems yet different aspirations.

Director: Engelbert PhiriProducer: Zinzi Nkenene & Guy BraggeDuration (min): 75Format: HDType: Feature DocumentaryGenre: Creative Documentary

Phase: Production

Asi-B Films

ALUTA,THE STRUGGLE CONTINUES:

A luta, The Struggle Continues, is a political thriller with rough edges centered around an ex-MK solider (freedom fighter) who has entered

the world of politics, but is forced to take up arms again when he is thrust into the middle of a plot to kill the president.

Inspired by films like ‘Prison Break’ and the Equalizer’, Aluta is a genuine South African drama series based on a true story.

Director: Asi MathabaProducer: Asi MathabaDuration (min): 48Episodes: 13Format: 4kType: TV SeriesGenre: Action / ThrillerTrailer Link: www.dropbox.com/s/nggdh1rube4ymy5/Aluta%20AsiB%20Films



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Diprente FilmsANANSI

O ur hero is Anthony Harris (12), a quick-witted and charismatic orphan who discovers that he is a medium for the ancient

trickster spirit, Anansi. As the human and spirit worlds prepare to clash once again, Anthony discovers that he is not the only kid with a connection to the African spirit world.

As if getting through high school wasn’t hard enough, Anthony must now master his new found, supernatural powers to protect humanity against Anansi’s ancient nemesis, Tiger

Producer: Isaac MogajaneDuration (min): 24Episodes: 13Format: HDType: TV SeriesGenre: Kids Fantasy/ActionAttached Parties: Kagiso Media pty LTD

Chocolate Milk & Cookies Productions

BLACKSUNDAY:

2 004 in Soweto township: a group of young people passionate about music, particularly their love for hip hop, came together to form a

platform that was to become a movement that changed the face of hip hop in SA. This was the beginning of a conscious shift from an American rapping style influence to a new era – an era of rapping in indigenous South African languages.

This movement has became known as Black Sunday.

Director: Raps SelogileProducer: Raps SelogileDuration (min): 80Format: 2kType: Feature DocumentaryGenre: Hip Hop Musical

Phase: Development

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MYA ProductionsDITURUPA:

D iturupa excavates the plight of black South African soldiers during World War One.

The story unfolds through a tapestry of captivating journeys of some of the surviving descendants of the soldiers.

The tales of these characters interweave with Diturupa Festival, an electric and colourful annual Scottish tradition that was brought to South Africa by the black soldiers after the war. Through the prism of the festival, the film explores the Great War and its impact on black South Africans.

Director: Davison MudzingwaCo-Director: Lucas LedwanaProducer: Francis HwesheDuration (min): 90Format: HDType: Feature DocumentaryGenre: Historical/culturalTrailer Link: vimeo.com/118221415Attached Parties: South Africa’s National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF)

Phase: Development

Gambit FilmsTHE DEFECTED:

In a time when governments struggle with corruption and rebellious factions are difficult to control, morality takes center stage in an ever-changing

political landscape.A mercenary known as Bernard Renz

walks into a local police station, wanting to defect from the organized crime syndicate he currently works for in exchange for the safe retrieval of his girlfriend who’s been kidnapped by a terrorist.

Director: Travis TauteProducer: Benjamin OvermeyerDuration (min): 48Episodes: 12Format: HDType: TV SeriesGenre: Action/Thriller

Phase: Development



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Sole Proprietor

FROM A HEARTOF A MAN:

The From A Heart of A Man project is a Talk Show which is aimed at inspiring men and the women in their lives. It is meant to stimulate

people’s minds, pierce through souls and tackle issues that are facing men on a daily basis. The concept has a special focus on men purely as determined by the way they sometimes struggle to express themselves. The goal is to build healthy relationships.

Director: Tumelo MatlalaProducer: Tumelo MatlalaDuration (min): 60Episodes: 13Format: HDType: Factual TVGenre: Talk Show

Phase: Complete

Phase: Development

The Creative Advantage

THE GREEN KARMA GUIDE: GREEN IS THE NEW GOOD

T he Green Karma Guide: Green is the New Good is a weekly, half-hour eclectic, fast-paced, on-trend, multi-topic, weekly, half-hour

lifestyle TV magazine series on the hottest trends and topics on sustainable living from around the world, hosted by an exciting mix of international hosts that is the global, top-of-mind, go-to-guide for anyone, anywhere who wants to know more to do more for a better world for all.

Director: Lucilla BlankenbergProducer: Nisha NaidooDuration (min): 24Episodes: 26Format: HDType: TV SeriesGenre: Lifestyle MagazineAttached Parties: KwaZulu-Natal Film Commission, South Africa


Director: Sanele MakhubuProducer: Sanele MakhubuDuration (min): 110Format: 4kType: Feature FilmGenre: Romantic Drama

Sani Sanza ProductionsKLIPIES:

A young man named Spitjo leaves Garankuwa for Kliptown where he is faced with a harsh reality of poverty and unemployment, as

he tries to find his footing in the world of adversity, he realises that he has the odds stacked before him.

Spitjo then finds himself with the wrong crowd doing wrong things, he meets a girl and he unknowingly falls head over heels, and he is immediately faced with a challenge of having to choose between the girl he loves and his gangster friends.

Phase: Development

Vision Faces

KUYOZE KUBENINI (How Long):

A rural 17 year old girl is kidnapped for a forceful marriage to a 45 year old and held in a house but she escapes before she’s sexually violated.

Her guardian granny moves her back to the township to leave with her parents but few months later, her father rapes her. The boyfriend is arrested and soon after the daughter breaks the silence, the boyfriend is released and the father is arrested. The story line and complicated court case.

Director: Mr. Sifiso MthethwaProducer: Ms Nomusa NgcongoDuration (min): 65Format: 35mmType: Feature FilmGenre: Drama FictionTrailer Link: www.visionfaces.org

Phase: Production



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Tekwini Media & Tourism Consultation

No. 42 FAIRMILE:

The aim of this comedy/series is to understand the political-economical impacts of the newly democratic environment. We are

asking ourselves questions. Is this a liberal ideology? How do South Africans react towards the democratic government after almost two decades? No.42 is a farm based in the Orange Free State where retired couple (White) is about to be evicted due to financial difficulties. The political, social and economic factors are central point of this mini series.

Director: Xolani GumbiProducer: Xolani GumbiDuration (min): 24Episodes: 13Format: HDType: TV SeriesGenre: Comedy

Phase: Development

No. 42FAIRMILE

Kude Media

THE ONE DAY RESTAURANT:

The show uses the concept of a pop-up restaurant to test the readiness of contestants to take on the demanding restaurant business.

Contestants create a concept, market and create dishes. On one hand contestants are judged on their profitability. On the other, the series has judges that have a limited number of reservations they can make. The most profitable gets a weekly prize, but the most reservations goes to the next round, with the possibility of winning a life-changing prize.

Director: Zamo MkhwanaziProducer: Zamo MkhwanaziDuration (min): 24Episodes: 10Format: HDType: Lifestyle, Travel, FoodGenre: Reality

Phase: Development


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THE RUSHBEHIND:

F ew people know what exactly happens just days before the events they attend or the television shows. We explore the lives of event organizers, celebrities

and their families. We travel to events to give viewers a look at the planning, the adrenaline rush, the entertaining moments, the dynamics between the crew and cast, the rush to meet deadlines, decision making, the panic, the inspiring moments, the good the bad, and the ugly sides of behind the scenes of production.

Director: Vanessa TloubatlaProducer: Vanessa TloubatlaDuration (min): 60Episodes: 13Format: HDType: TV SeriesGenre: Reality

Phase: Development

DH Media IncTASTEMAKERS:

T astemakers is a street culture lifestyle entertainment show that takes you inside the streets of South Africa where

we profile street fashion brands, graffiti artists, musicians, skaters and street photographers.

This show brings you the exclusive access into the streets of Johannesburg, and streets of cape town.

South African street culture is at its peak and creativity is blossoming with new creative generation that has a DIY mentality and BOB (Be your own boss) is in fashion.

Director: Skay MadonselaProducer: Skay Madonsela & Vusi MahlanguDuration (min): 24Episodes: 13Format: HDType: TV SeriesGenre: Entertainment (Street culture)Trailer Link: www.vimeo/dhmediainc

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Shadow Films

WHEN I WASWATER:

M arry-Ann’s journey to adulthood has been a roller coaster of exhilaration and joy, trauma and depression.

In 1993 we met her extraordinary family as she began her traditional initiation rites in a South African village.

It was the end of Apartheid as Marry-Ann entered the adult world. She married in a lavish wedding. Car-jacked while pregnant, she later gave birth.

But her fairy tale fell apart. She found God and rebuilt her life. The camera follows her for 20 years.

Director: David ForbesProducer: David ForbesDuration (min): 84Format: HDType: Feature DocumentaryGenre: Society, BiographyTrailer Link: vimeo.com/119625964

Mmonday Pictures

WOMENON SEX:

I n Women on Sex, the filmmaker is on a quest to curate stories, opinions and insights of a diverse group of African women- performers, a

psychologist, students, an author, healers, a political journalist and celebrities- living in Johannesburg on the politics of sex, with the hopes of finding personal sexual liberation.

Director: Mmabatho MontshoProducer: Mmabatho MontshoDuration (min): 50Format: HDType: Feature DocumentaryGenre: Society, OpinionTrailer Link: youtu.be/75p4Gv_ZgoMAttached Parties: Gauteng Film Commission- Kgomotso Tabane

Phase: Complete


The Association for Transformation in Film and Television12 PRODUCTION PROFILES

Cell: +27 83 565 4442Email: [email protected]: www.chocmilkandcookies.tvAddress: 1271 Elundi St, Zone 1 Diepkloof, Soweto, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 1864

Personal Profile: Raps born 1977 in Soweto, completed his diploma in production management at Wits Technikon while harnessing his

photography. In 2002 joined the film industry working as a production manager before venturing into Directing. To date he has directed among other things commercials, drama series, music videos, TV shows and documentaries.

Company Profile: Chocolate Milk & Cookies Productions (CMC) is a 100% black owned Production House founded in 2007. Having worked and gained experience in the film industry for over a decade, predominantly producing commercials, later on venturing into producing promos, documentaries, music videos, drama series and TV shows. We provide high-end and below-the-line production value to clients in the communication and advertising industry.

CHOCOLATE MILK & COOKIES PRODUCTIONSRaps SelogileBlack Sunday / p3

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using internationally celebrated formats of storytelling inspired by the unrivalled beauty, abundance and generosity provided by Africa.

Inspired by films like ‘Prison Break’ and ‘The Equalizer’, Aluta is a genuine South African drama series based on a true story.

Cell: +27 78 100 6949Int. Cell: 076 220 7047Tel: +27 11 264 2235Email: [email protected]: www.asibfilmscomAddress: P.O. Box 9536, Edenglen, 1613, South Africa

Personal Profile: Asi Mathaba graduated from City Varsity Film School in Cape Town, South Africa, majoring in Directing. After more than 15 years in

the film and television industry. Mathaba has accrued the following credits on both the local and International Film & Television scene;• I Had It All, Rivoningo – SABC 2• eKasi Films, Gladiators - etv• Big Brother, - Mnet• “Zola 7”, “Latitude” – SABC 1,• Internationally Films – “Storming Ernest”. • International Documentaries – “Solly Story” -

Berlin Film Festival,• “Homesick” Chinese-South African film

collaboration – FESPACO

Company Profile: An innovative film, television and multimedia Production Company, that seeks to tell untold South African and African stories with a uniquely Asi-B signature: Bringing to life the human element

ASI - B FILMSAsivhanzhi “Asi” MathabaAluta - “The struggle Continues” / p2

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Services:• Street culture documentary series• Music videos• Reality concept development• Reality shows series

Cell: +27 72 991 4815 (SMS Only)Int. Cell: 072 991 4815Tel: +27 11 100 5159Email: [email protected]: www.dopehustleinc.comAddress: 11201 Khomanani St, Ivory Park, Midrand, 1685, Gauteng, South Africa

P ersonal Profile: Born and raised in Johannesburg aka Johustleburg. I am inspired by the streets of Jozi, hence I feel the need to narrate a street

culture story the African way. I was raised by the streets and this is my way of giving thanks for all the experiences.

Working with world-class directors like Thomas Gibson of Lapdog Entertainment,who directed music videos for the likes of The Game and 50 Cent, my street credibility was solidified.

Company Profile: Dope Hustle Media Inc is a street documentary production house based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Our reason for existence is to document street culture and all it’s relevant content.Our Vision:To be a world-leading street cultureaudiovisual documentary company.

DH MEDIA INCSkay MadonselaTastemakers / p9

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Cell: +27 73 517 2031 (SMS Only)Tel: +27 11 403 0399Email: [email protected]: www.diprente.co.zaAddress: 163 Smit Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2193

P ersonal Profile: Isaac began his career at Procter & Gamble but later decided to follow his passion for film and television by co-founding

Diprente Films in 2009. Since then, he has produced a number of television series, films and branded entertainment campaigns. Isaac is attending the market in order to find partners for Diprente’s slate of internationally focused projects.

Company Profile: Diprente Films produces film, television and animated series. Founded in 2009, the company has produced award winning comedy film and television content. In 2013 it released its first feature film, Blitz Patrollie, theatrically and its anchor television series, The Late Nite News Show has been nominated twice for an international Emmy.

DIPRENTE FILMSIsaac MogajaneAnansi / p3

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international appeal.

Cell: +27 71 309 3626 (SMS Only)Email: [email protected]: 174 Fulham Road, Brixton, Johannesburg, 2092

P ersonal Profile: Zamo Mkhwanazi has written close to a hundred hours of aired television on over twenty-five television shows . She wrote on all

three of the television shows nominated for SAFTA Best Writing Team Award in 2009. She has just completed another short film: The Call, premiered at Clermont Ferrand Film festival. She is raising funding for her first feature film: The Good Doctor and her reality show: One Day Restaurant.

Company Profile: Kude Media is a company focusing creating content for international audiences. The company’s strategy is creating low cost content, making use of rebate systems available in developing economies for consumption by audiences worldwide. For the moment, the country is based in South Africa, a country where English is widely spoken, creating opportunities for content that has

KUDE MEDIAZamo MkhwanaziThe One Day Restaurant / p8

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It’s about visuals, sound, beauty and life. But most importantly, it’s about going beyond the ordinary.

Cell: +27 76 227 7726 (SMS Only)Tel: +27 21 424 2891Email: [email protected]: www.gambitfma.co.zaAddress: 3rd Floor Earlgo Building, Cnr Kloof & Park Streets, Gardens, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, 8001

P ersonal Profile: Benjamin Overmeyer hails over 10 years experience in the television, film and radio industry with his roots going back to radio.

His experience at various levels of film and television production brought him to take on productions such as HOME AFFAIRS, THE LAB, HARD COPY, and ZONE 14 amongst others. With a bachelor’s degree in Film and Media Production from UCT, Ben joined GAMBIT FILMS to become the new Head of Production and Operations Manager.

Company Profile: It’s a simple story really. Gambit Films was founded in 2009 when a group of passionate, qualified film makers formed a multimedia agency that focuses on creating, developing and producing new and innovative intellectual property for Commercials, Film and Television. See, for us it’s about attention to detail... It’s about ideas, stories, art, imagination, flair, passion.

GAMBIT FILMSBenjamin OvermeyerThe Defected / p4

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Cell: +27 83 944 6524 (SMS Only)Email: [email protected]: mmondaypictures.comAddress: 198 Inyati Sands, Douglasdale, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 2000

P ersonal Profile: I am a Johannesburg born emerging filmmaker. I have worked extensively in television as a performer, producer and director.

I am currently making a transition into film with my first documentary, Women on Sex, which curates the stories and insights of a diverse group of African women on the politics of Sex. I am also developing narrative scripts as part of the SAn Female Only Filmmaker Slate initiative.

Company Profile: Mmonday Pictures is a young film making company dedicated to creating engaging and provocative African content that challenges creative as well as representative norms. Our current end project, Women on Sex, is an independent documentary curating the insights of a diverse group of African women on the politics of sex.

MMONDAY PICTURESMmabatho MontshoWomen on Sex / p10

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The company thrives to grow into a premium global creative force producing high-end and memorable entertainment in the industry.

Cell: +27 83 692 3100Tel: +27 11 049 8729Email: [email protected]: http://www.mvurayaafrikaproductions.com/Address: 66 BrightHouse, Corner Park and Menton Roads, Richmond, Gauteng, 2092

Personal Profile: Francis Hweshe started off as a journalist in mainstream media in South Africa. While he still a practitioner, his passion now lies in

the picture-making business after he studied filmmaking at SAE Institute in Cape Town.

Currently he is a co-founder of Mvura Ya Afrika Productions, where he serves as a producer and writer.

Francis is also a co-founder of BRICS – Africa International Film Festival (BAIFF) set for launch in South Africa.

Company Profile: Mvura Ya Afrika Productions is a young South African registered company based in Johannesburg. The entity is in the business of developing, producing and distributing documentary films, feature and short pictures, branded content and multimedia for both local and international markets.

Its vision is to be the leader in exploring, telling and marketing the African story.

MYA PRODUCTIONSFrancis HwesheDiturupa / p4

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Cell: +27 83 940 6942 (SMS Only)Int. Cell: 083 940 6942Email: [email protected]: 54 Ille De Capri Complex, Vorna Valley 1686, Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

Personal Profile: Zinzi has credentials in short fiction narrative and has now just now ventured into feature length creative documentary work. She is now exploring

a wide array of subjects and characters. She has written a number of short films that have extensively run the international festival circuit. She is currently in early production stage of a very exciting and character-driven documentary narrative titled Spirits Of The Karoo.

Company Profile: Natives At Work is a young Johannesburg based creative collective and production house.

The company seeks to develop and produce creative length author documentaries films and cinematic short films that challenge the dominant narrative. The company is committed to making thought-provoking and distinctive work that surprise, engage, move and entertain.

NATIVES AT WORKZinzi NkeneneAlex On Seventh / p2

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Cell: +27 84 306 3839 (SMS Only)Tel: +27 11 930 3232Email: [email protected]: 4567 Mount Rosa St, Lenasia South, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Personal Profile: Sanele Makhubu was born in Soweto in 1983 December 21. Sanele completed a B-Tech Degree in Multimedia from the University of

Johannesburg (2008). He pursued a career in TV, gaining experience directing music videos. Sanele joined a marketing agency as an insert director(2009). He changed direction and joined Big Fish Film School through an incubator-ship programme (2010) where he directed a Mnet Vuka rising star award winning PSA, this was Sanele’s first major directorial effort, and he never looked back.

Company Profile: Sani Sanza Productions was founded in June 2009 by Sanele Makhubu. Sani Sanza Produtions is a Close Corporation (CC) company with principal offices located in Lenasia South.

Our vision is to be the trusted leading content-producing company at the forefront of the digital era, telling the world African stories.

SANI SANZA PRODUCTIONSSanele MakhubuKlipies / p6

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NHK (Japan), PBS (USA), Saudi Arabian Dept of Civil Aviation, Yorkshire TV (UK), Microsoft, HSBC and Accenture.

Cell: +27 82 450 8003 (SMS Only)Tel: +27 11 447 3960Email: [email protected]: www.shadowfilms.co.zaAddress: Suite 235, Private Bag X 31, Saxonwold, 2132, Gauteng, South Africa

P ersonal Profile: David Forbes is a multi-award-winning self-taught filmmaker with 30+ years experience in all genres. He distributes African

content exclusively to the global market and is particularly interested in documentaries, archives, history and politics. He consults extensively and has been involved in industry training and development for more than 25 years.

Company Profile: Shadow Films is an independent production and distribution company that has traded for 25 years. Shadow Films produces world-class images enhancing South Africa and Africa, creates value, and distributes African content globally. Clients include: CNN, BBC, National Geographic, Channel Four, Discovery USA, Discovery Canada, Animal Planet, CBC, Action Aid International, Unicef, International Labour Organisation, Londolozi Productions, M-Net,

SHADOW FILMSDavid ForbesWhen I Was Water / p9

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Cell: +27 72 806 4004Email: [email protected]: 1063 Khumalo Street Duduza, Nigel 1496Profile: Tumelo Matlala is among the

bright lights in this industry. He began his career decade ago as a musician. He’s since added acting and modelling

to his list of achievements. He has been cast in various television adverts for most of South Africas leading brands. Mostly known for his role as Captain Black in Mzansi Magic’s bioscope Mama Stole My Hunk; he’s also acted in soapies such as Generations, Zabalaza, Rhythm City and many more.

SOLE PROPRIETORTumelo MatlalaFrom A Heart of A Man / p5

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Cell: +27 76 766 5863Email: [email protected]: 24 Hlabangane Street Kwa-Thema, Springs 1575Profile: Vanessa Tloubatla is a highly

motivated hard working professional that has experience in the broadcasting, film and television and events management

industries. Shes worked for various broadcasters including CNN, Turner Broadcasting, Clear Channel Media and eNCA which imparted her with advanced broadcasting, and production skills. She is a skilled camera operator, director, and producer. To date she has produced a number of short stories for eNCA and documentaries for CNN.

SOLE PROPRIETORVanessa TloubatlaThe Rush Behind / p8

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Cell: +27 82 218 8196Int. Cell: 082 218 8196Email: [email protected]: www.tekwinimedia.co.zaAddress: No.4 Anstro Court, 73 Tennyson st, Quigney, East London, South Africa, 5201

P ersonal Profile: Xolani Gumbi is currently running his own production company after 15 years of experience in filming, with an aim to produce

his own short films, documentaries and television series. His experience in the filming industry has seen him participating in productions such Blood Diamond, Racing Stripes, The Librarian, The Breed, Shore Line etc. where he worked as a fixer. He obtained his BA Honours in Media and Film studies at the University of Cape Town.

Company Profile: Tekwini Media is a company that was established in 1999 and its main focus is in media and entertainment industry. Our core business is to make documentaries, corporate videos, short films and stills photography. The company is made up of five young film graduates who are passionate with what they do.

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TEKWINI MEDIA & TOURISM CONSULTATIONXolani GumbiNo.42 Fairmile / p7

• Professional training and skills developmentWe specialise in creating environmental,

political, business and economic content.

Cell: +27 76 163 9013 (SMS Only)Tel: +27 31 207 4245Email: [email protected]: 3-691 Ridge Road, Durban, 4001, Kzn, South Africa

P ersonal Profile: Nisha Rajah Naidoo is the Founding Director and Executive Producer of the Creative Advantage. She has more than 15

years of international professional experience in the film and television industries as a producer, director, researcher, editor and in distribution, marketing, business planning, strategy development and project implementation. On completion of her MBA degree in the UK, specialising in the Business of Entertainment in the USA, she founded the Creative Advantage in 2003.

Company Profile: The Creative Advantage, has worked with creative enterprises in the USA, UK, Canada, Southern, East and West Africa in the public, private and non-profit sectors since 2003. Our 3 core business areas are: • Multi-platform content• Strategy consulting

THE CREATIVE ADVANTAGENisha NaidooThe Green Karma Guide: Green Is The New Good / p5

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investment or co-production opportunities.

Cell: +27 73 463 2383Int. Cell: 073 463 2383Tel: +27 31 906 6496Email: [email protected]: www.visionfaces.orgAddress: F70 Umlazi, Po Umlazi, Sibusiso Magwanyana Crsnt, 4066, Durban, 4000, KZN

Personal Profile: I have been involved in creative art since 1992 and got professional training from the Playhouse’s KWASA program. While

living in the USA, I worked with the youth of Philadelphia, I got involve in poetry, taught gumboot dance at the Temple University in Philadelphia and became Co-Director to a Philly Folklore Project. Upon my return, I was successful in establishing a company.

Company Profile: The company was established in 2007 and at that time, the focus was on theatrical creativity. The film industry has put the company on a pedestal as the owner has received potential investment abroad which will take the company to the international standard.The competition is very high and Vision Faces strives to compete with international film practitioners. The company will be represented at internationally in order to open potential

VISION FACESSifiso MthethwaKuyoze Kubenini (How Long) / p7

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ABOUT SA INDIESSouth African Indies (SA Indies) is an umbrella brand for

South African independent filmmakers and companies,

established by the Association for Transformation in Film

and Television (ATFT) for their delegations sponsored

by the department of trade and industry (DTI) to

international film and television markets.

The facilities and networks ATFT has at these

international markets can be used by any South African

independent filmmakers and companies and include

stand or booth space to host meetings, wi-fi at markets,

coffee and other refreshments, AV equipment to

play promos or trailers, umbrella stand reduced rate

accreditation at certain markets such as MIPCOM and

MIPTV, logo display on the stands or booths, PR and

marketing inclusion at certain markets and a catalogue

of projects and companies attending the markets from

South Africa available at the stand as well as online. Find

out more at sa-indies.org.

Contact InformationWeb: www.atft.infoE-mail: [email protected] 2013South African Non Profit Corporation No: 2013/054061/08

Executive DirectorsSifiso Khanyile - SpokespersonMayenzeke Baza - Intl. RelationsTshego Molete - Skills DevelopmentPascal Schmitz - Public Officer

StaffZukiswa Boyce - Project Coordinator

South African Indies (SA Indies) is an umbrella brand for South African independent filmmakers and companies

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INTRO TO ATFT

Documents

SA Indies MIPTV 2015 Catalog