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Gauteng basks in Oscar nominations

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

Meet Bokkie, the Boks' new kid

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

Entry call for 2010 AiM Film Festival

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

King content, 3D bring South Africans back to the movies

[Lance Harris] South Africa's big cinema chains, Nu Metro and Ster-Kinekor, have reported a surge in movie attendance over the past two years. Both chains have responded by investing aggressively in new screens countrywide, as well as in outfitting existing complexes with the latest three-dimensional (3D) and digital projectors. 2 Feb 2010 10:04

African film market call for submissions

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

Cannes Lions 2010 entries open, with new awards

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

SA 3D rig at London show

3DRigs.com (based in South Africa) and Jigsaw Systems are launching the 3D Pro Ultra Rig at the Broadcast Video Expo on 16-18 February 2010 at Earls Court, London. This follows the recent announcement that Jigsaw Systems recently acquired the new agency and exclusive distribution for the product in the UK. 27 Jan 2010 11:45

Skin continues to garner awards, nominations

Having won over 12 festival awards, the South African film ‘Skin' has now been nominated for Best Foreign Film award at the NAACP Image Awards, while Sophie Okonedo, who plays the role of Sandra Laing in the film, has been nominated for the Outstanding Actress award. 14 Jan 2010 13:57

Stop moaning - just enjoy Invictus

NEWSWATCH: Edward Tsumele, writing in Sowetan says even locals will prefer to see international stars playing iconic SA figures, so stop complaining, relax and enjoy the movie. 24 Dec 2009 08:05

Invictus on Facebook

In recognition of the launch of the film Invictus and the ‘95 Rugby World Cup, local South African agency Quick eMarketing convinced Warner Bros to put up the final's most famous picture on Facebook for attendees at the game to tag themselves (or their friends). 22 Dec 2009 05:28

Have you ever had a secret you couldn't tell anyone? - Eurocom

A website has been launched for the campaign that Ster-Kinekor and mimoney are building around the latest movie in The Twilight Sagaseries. 21 Dec 2009 05:55

Avatar utilises innovative 3D

Avatar, to be released in December 2009, is a massively ambitious project that combines live action Stereo3D with innovative 3D animation. Around 75% of the shots in the movie are VFX shots, which were brought together at Modern VideoFilm after being completed at facilities all round the world. 15 Dec 2009 12:23

Nu Metro hosts the stars - Popcorn Cinema Advertising

Emperors Palace's Entertainment Emporium was chosen as the venue for the much anticipated premiere of Clint Eastwood's ‘Invictus' on Tuesday night. The guest list included Morgan Freeman, Brian Habana as well as Winnie Madikizela-Mandela. 14 Dec 2009 11:53