Film jobs: the assistant director

Experienced assistant director Sheila Hall on the set of a commercial. Andy Stead Most lay people know what the “director” means, and probably know what a film director does, but what about the assistant director or, for that matter, the second and third assistant...

Made in 48 hours, Joburg style

Every film produced for the Johannesburg 48 Hour Film Project had to include a car-guard character called Desmond or Dineo, a soccer ball as a prop, “I’m gatvol” (I’m fed up”) as a line of dialogue – and a city landmark, such as the...

Film Expo for all

The emphasis of the Photo and Film Expo will be on showcasing the latest talents and educating people about the overall nature of the industry, as well as on networking. The latest in imaging technology will be on show at the Photo and Film Expo, where some of the top...

Mzansi Magic to boost local production

Mzansi Magic is headed by film veteran Lebone Maema, who has 12 years of experience in film industry management. Andy Stead MultiChoice’s fledgling Mzanzi Magic channel, available on a number of DStv bouquets, is set to boost the production of local content as it...