Creative Vision's Jo Horn ended off last year shooting two Coca-Cola commercials. They required numerous motion control shots, so that their ingenious 3D animators could create money swarming around the actors. 8 Feb 2010 13:12
Experiential communications agency, VWV Group, has appointed several new staff members and promoted others in recognition for their outstanding contributions. 5 Feb 2010 12:00
The growing international recognition and acceptance of the South African film industry is positive news for Gauteng, with all of District 9, part of Invictus as well as award-winner Skin, having been filmed in the province. This follows Tuesday's announcement that South African-linked films have scored an all-time high of six Oscar nominations (four for District 9 and two for Invictus). 5 Feb 2010 11:45
The new character Bokkie made his first appearance at the launch of South African Rugby Union's (SARU) Champion Tour and will become a familiar face around South African rugby as he is used in a host of marketing, communication and commercial activities. 5 Feb 2010 11:25
Hot off the press, the 31st Loerie printed annual of 313 pages is now available with a complementary DVD set at R605 (excl. vat). 5 Feb 2010 09:29
African filmmakers are invited to submit documentaries relating to the theme of the 2010 Africa in Motion (AiM) Film Festival to be considered for inclusion in the October festival at the Filmhouse Cinema in Edinburgh, Scotland. The theme of the fifth festival is “Celebrations”. 5 Feb 2010 08:44
The winner of the 2010 Pioneer Prize at the International Digital Emmy Awards, which take place on the opening night of MIPTV 2010, is Tim Kring, the creator and executive producer of Heroes and the multiplatform experience Heroes Evolutions, which extended the show's storylines through mobile participation, games and graphic novels. 2 Feb 2010 12:00
The resurgence of musical series has got the world singing, and has inspired a number of reality and fictitious series. Brett Lotriet, Creative Director of EdenRage Media, states that the increased popularity of musical entertainment will lead to the development of a host of new series. 1 Feb 2010 11:13
Organisers of the inaugural Durban FilmMart are calling for the submission of projects for consideration. The African international film co-production market is hosted by the Durban Film Office (DFO) and Durban International Film Festival (DIFF). The Durban FilmMart will take place in July during the 31st Durban International Film Festival, 22 July - 1 August 2010. 1 Feb 2010 10:20
LONDON: The 57th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival is now open for entries in all categories - Film, Press, Outdoor, Direct, Media, Cyber, Radio, PR, Promo & Activation (previously Promo), Design, Titanium, Integrated and the new Film Craft Lions category. Also new are Independent Agency of the Year; Grand Prix for Good; Craft in Cyber, Press and Radio; and 3D Structural Design in Design. 29 Jan 2010 10:48
The latest commercial for Robertsons Spice conceptualised by DDB's Kerry Friend and Donovan Bryan and directed by Leigh Ogilvie follows the quirky tale of a local Mama on a focused quest to find the very best spice for her chicken. It was shot in various locations in Cape Town and its surrounds. 29 Jan 2010 10:45
A viral division of feelgoodfilms, ‘Endorphin', has launched this week to offer the entire viral process - originating unique, sustainable concepts, shooting the virals, and managing and tracking their distribution across the Internet. 29 Jan 2010 08:04
[Jo Duxbury] Freelancing is not for sissies - particularly not at the moment, where the market is awash with creatives who became involuntary freelancers following last year's redundancies. In 2010, the fittest WILL survive - and thrive - and clients can take their pick from a seriously talented pool of creatives who will be upping their games to get an edge over the competition. 28 Jan 2010 12:19