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HAPPINESS IS A FOUR LETTER WORD
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ABOUT THE NFVF Promoting the South African Film Industry locally and internationally.
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THE JOURNEY OF A THOUSAND MILES Taking the 2016 SAFTAs to the next level
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THE REAL RED CARPET The list that should make it into your little black book and seduce the cards from your wallet. MINNIE, KATLEGO, SOMIZI & NADIA Taking the SAFTAs to the next level NOMINEES: NIGHT ONE Here are your 2016 SAFTAs 10 nominees.
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COVER STORY: TERRY PHETO With her film Ayanda picked up for release in the US, the actor and producer shares what she loves about the red carpet, and her dream role. BASETSANA KUMALO The rising doyenne of TV local content
PUBLISHER Izani Media PUBLISHING EDITOR Lebo Gunguluza CONSULTING EDITOR Lesley Mofokeng
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NOMINEES: NIGHT TWO Here are your 2016 SAFTAs 10 nominees
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TUMI MORAKE How the comedian stole the TV.
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JUDGING GUIDELINES
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JUDGES LIST
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CREATIVE DIRECTOR Gomotsegang Mogale EDITORIAL CO-ORDINATOR Lebo Mothibi BUSINESS CO-ORDINATORS Sphamandla Dlamini Sandile Ngubeni LAYOUT AND GRAPHICS 5th Republic Media Group DISTRIBUTION InTouch Africa Andiswa Maqungu
NFVF TEAM CHAIRPERSON Mmabatho Ramagoshi CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Zama Mkosi HEAD OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS Peter Kwele
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Publishers Notes
he South African Film and Television Awards (Saftas 10) are here with a new look and a grander attitude. We are honoured to be part of this new look in taking the SAFTAs to the next level. Once again we are glad as Izani to have our young team of graphic designers coupled with seasoned and talented journalists to create the SAFTAs 10th anniversary coffee table book that will later in the year culminate into a tenth year Anniversary coffee table magazine. These creatives are part of the 12-12-12 Programme that I initiated to empower young entrepreneurs in the media and hospitality space were every 12 months I provide them great opportunities where they can learn. Our team is excited to be part of this programme celebrating our local and continental artistry, where we are telling the story of South Africa from our streets to the world. Themed “Imagine” with NFVF campaign “From our streets to the world” could not be more befitting to our
cover story of Terry Pheto. She has shared her acting career with the likes of Idris Elba, acted on the world renowned soapie loved by South Africans called the Bold and the Beautiful. Her movie Ayanda has taken her profile from just being an actor to a world class producer. On this 10th Anniversary issue we also introduce the National Video and Film Foundation, which are the custodians of the SAFTAs 10 and have to date have created a memorable journey for these awards. The SAFTAs 10 started in 2006 and today are becoming the Oscars of South Africa. The red-carpet has become a major feature of these awards, and guests dress to outclass each other. Our host on the red carpet Somizi Mhlongo, has proven skills over and over to be the best candidate to get the best out of the red carpet experience. As the SAFTAs celebrate 10 years of the existence with grand performances, their coupled with the most talented host to bring life to these awards. The hosts include Minnie Dlamini, Katlego Maboe, Nadia Neophytou and Somizi Mhlongo who will take this celebration to the next level. We have also given you a flashback in pictures at the SAFTAs nominations breakfast in Johannesburg. In this issue, our feature stories look at women who have made a great impact in the film and television industry. We unpack their contribution to this industry and successes, their nominations stand as testimony. The judging process of the SAFTAs remains transparent, on this issue we have listed the judges who have contributed to the final outcomes of the awards. They have followed processes and phases to choose the winners from those nominated in various categories. The standard of film and television production in South Africa has now reached world class standards, its all thanks to movies that represented South Africa on international platforms such as Tsotsi, to the current crop of productions that are making waves at the box office such as Happiness Is A Four Letter Word by Thabang Moleya and his team. We have listed all the nominations for the SAFTAs 10, and this issue will be a useful guide for you in navigating the programme and nominations. Enjoy this world class production.
Lebo Gunguluza, Publisher
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Minister’s Message
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he South African Film and Television Awards, SAFTAs, have become the paramount celebration of professionals in the industry for the past 10 years. The awards continue to acknowledge and reward exceptional creativity, innovation, quality and excellence. We are pleased that the theme for 2016 is “Imagine” as this takes us into a new space and time of planning for the future and re-inventing the SAFTAs after its first 10 years of existence. Hence there is also a new look for the awards, that pays homage to the one thing that film and television professionals yearn for - the Golden Horn.
The past decade has seen a rapid development in cultural creative industries. Part of this success is due to integration and cooperation of various sectors and especially the collective effort and teamwork of the film and television industry. Film and television have created employment, but also impacted in a positive way on tourism and local economic development. In South Africa local filmmakers face challenges around distribution and exhibitions. But out of these robust engagements, we are moving towards improving the industry and putting systems in place for the further transformation of the sector. Local content needs to find its home. Clearly we still need to increase the spaces and platforms available to tell our stories. In filmmaking, this local content incorporates a range of training areas, not limited to scriptwriting, directing, camera, sound, editing, post-production, that includes distribution and marketing with local content distribution strategies and channels. Local content also promotes cultural diversity, encourages social cohesion and uses local languages and idioms. Our films and television programmes can transmit cultural understanding, impart information and strengthen democracy. Thus it is also important to note that at this year’s SAFTAs there are new special recognition categories to strengthen the diversity agenda. It is important that the awards continue to address both the film and television’s growing needs, the local content needs of viewers and audiences and are aligned to the NFVF’s mandate of growing and developing the industry. The SAFTAs take place at a time South Africa has experienced an upsurge in racism. We ask the film and television industry to join us as we build a “South Africa United Against Racism.” Human Rights Day this month will be a National Day of Action against racism. The power of film and television is that it conveys messages seemingly so effortlessly, and we need this powerful visual medium to change mindsets, to expand our cultural imagination and to derive a better sense of who we are as South Africans, as part of a growing African continent, and in the wider world. I wish the SAFTAs great growth and success and a happy tenth birthday.
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Chairperson’s Message
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ood evening Ladies and Gentlemen, distinguished guests. The South African Film and Television Awards have and will always be my favourite event on the calendar. The culmination of a years’ worth of excellence in film and television is truly exhilarating. 2016, in particular, is a momentous occasion for the SAFTAs as they celebrate 10 years of honouring brilliance in film and television.
In the last decade these two mediums have given us great stories, exceptional performances and even an Academy Award. But what is particularly heart-warming is the growth in opportunity for female film directors and young film-makers and directors to make their mark. We, at the NFVF, strive to provide those who dream big with skills, resources and opportunities to realize their dreams. I want to thank the Department of Arts and Culture, Honourable Minister Nathi Mthetwa and all those who work at the National Film and Television Foundation. It is only with your collective support and collaboration that we will achieve our goal of working towards a vibrant, sustainable future in film and television with increased business growth. 2016 does not only mark the 10th year celebration of the awards, it is an important milestone in the history of South Africa. It was on the 09th of August 1956, when a crowd of brave, strong women of different races marched against the carrying of passes on the Union Buildings in Pretoria. In 1994, the 09th of August was declared a National Women’s Day. To mark the 60th Anniversary the SAFTAs honours one great, legendary woman who has contributed immensely to the growth of the film industry. I am talking about a phenomenal woman who has and continues to shine, even when it was evident that the industry is predominately dominated by males. Tonight we will be proud to announce ……. our Lifetime Achiever ‘wathint’ abafazi, wathint’ imbokodo’
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s we celebrate a decade of the South African Film and Television Awards, a lot has changed since the awards were launched in 2006. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who were instrumental in building and shaping the SAFTAs brand to what it is today. A special thank you to Mr Eddie Khalipha Mbalo, the inaugural chairperson of the SAFTAs Committee as well as well my predecessor as the CEO of the National Film and Video Foundation. Thank you to all our previous sponsors; both private and government, judges and previous Committee members who contributed to this event over the past 9 years.
Since the introduction of the awards, we have gone through a number of changes and overcome a number of challenges. Funding for the event remains our biggest challenge as the awards grow. Despite commitment from our broadcast partners, securing a long term sponsorship partner remains a challenge. We are excited that for the first time in the history of the awards, major sponsors such as McCafe brought to you by McDonald’s, and Jeep have come on board. We have committed to prioritise our efforts to secure long term relationships to ensure the awards becomes self-sustainable in the next 5 years. The growth in number of entries has been exponential with 221 entries in 2010 to 438 in 2015. This is also testament to the growth of the South African film and television industry. The categories continue to be dynamic to accommodate trends in content development. This year also marked our transition from manual entries to an online system that will improve the efficiency of the entry, filtration and judging process. We have also benchmarked the SAFTAs against some of the best awards in the world to ensure that our guidelines and processes are in line with international best practices. Some of the awards have been linked to the commemoration of 2 major historic events in South Africa’s history. The Lifetime Achievement Award is dedicated to the 60th anniversary of the Women’s March while the Best Student Film Award is dedicated to the 40th anniversary of the Soweto students uprising. In an effort to make the awards as inclusive and accessible as possible, two Special Recognition Awards have been introduced for the first time: o Contributor to Provincial Development – This award will recognise an individual, organisation or initiative that has contributed significantly towards developing the Film and Television industry in the marginalised and underserviced Provinces. o Contributor to persons living with Disability – This award will recognise an individual, organisation or initiative that has contributed significantly towards making the film industry accessible to people living with disabilities. The SAFTA’s are afterall more than just an awards show! We have grown and overcome many challenges as an industry over the past 10 years. As we look forward to the future, lets us all collaborate to take the SAFTAs and our industry to greater heights. Join me in wishing all our nominees the best of luck and congratulating all our winners. Thank you.
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Introducing NFVF
Growing South African movie industry
ABOUT THE NFVF Promoting the South African Film Industry locally and internationally.
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he National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, which was created to ensure the equitable growth of South Africa’s film and video industry. We do this by providing funding for the development, production, marketing and distribution of films, and also the training and development of filmmakers. In addition, the NFVF commissions research and produce industry statistics that provide both the public and stakeholders with valuable insights into the South African film industry. Our main objectives: • Increase the number of South African films and Previously Disadvantaged Individuals (PDIs) producing
them. • Increase audience access to South African films. • Increase the number of people trained in the industry, particularly in areas of scarce skills. • Promote the South African Film Industry locally and internationally. •Promote social cohesion and the expression of the nation’s stories through film. Mission, Vision and Values The NFVF works with all stakeholders to support the development and promotion of the South African film industry, and hopes to create an industry that represents our nation’s aspirations and celebrates our diversity, through the values of creativity, freedom of expression, entrepreneurship,equitable redress and collaboration.
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Our Partner
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cDonald’s SA through its lifestyle coffee brand, McCafe, is proud to be associated with South African Film and Television Awards of 2016. We celebrate with the National Film and Television Foundation the extraordinary talent of the SA Film and Television Industry. The McDonald’s brand has a long standing relationship with the film and television industry, and as a global brand with iconic status, we are strongly reliant on the skills and talent of individuals recognised by awards such as these. Big brands like ours give the industry an opportunity to hone their skills, by practising the art of commercial story telling. 10 SAFTAs 10 | ISSUE 01
Brands like ours can also begin to stimulate the conversation around the transformation of the industry. We are hugely excited to be the sponsor of the Youth Film Category and take up the role of emphasising the importance and prestige of youth film makers through the association with our lifestyle coffee brand, McCafe. We thank the National Film and Video Foundation and its leadership for providing us with this exciting opportunity. Once again, congratulations to all the deserving nominees and winners. Sincerely, Sechaba Motsieloa McDonald’s SA, Corporate Affairs Director
History of SAFTAS
THE JOURNEY CONTINUES
THE JOURNEY OF A THOUSAND MILES Taking the 2016 SAFTAs to the next level By DEBASHINE THANGEVELO | Source: IOL
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As the years have gone by, the process helped by the increased level of participation from the industry has become more refined. Mkosi points out: “We have a committee that is made up of all the broadcasters and people from the industry to show that the awards ceremony is for everyone and for the industry as a whole. This has been in place for the past three years or so.” And in acknowledging the achievements of those in front and behind the camera, the ceremony also looks to inspire young talent. For this year, a large part of the focus is on “throwing it forward”. She explains: “As much as we do a lot of reflection, we are going to be imagining the future. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Women’s March. And, aside from celebrating future film-makers, we are going to focus on celebrating women. We have also chosen our co-hosts Katlego Maboe and Minnie Dlamini for this year. Katlego won Best TV Presenter in a public vote last year so we decided to trust them.” And, for the first time, the Saftas red
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he South African Film and Television Awards ceremony celebrates its 10th milestone this year. Zama Mkosi, CEO of the National Film and Video Foundation, gives the reflects on the journey. Unlike Hollywood, which has the Golden Globes, the Emmys, the Oscars and so on, South Africa has only one major award ceremony that pays homage to our Television and film industry. And, this weekend, the South African Film and Television Awards (Saftas) celebrates its 10th year. Zama Mkosi, the CEO of the NFVF, says, “I would say, it really has been a journey of mixed emotions and yet great success, overall. There are bound to be lots of emotions involved. Also, awards become a reflection of the state of the industry. Over the years, the Saftas have become a mirror of where we are as we pause to celebrate the industry. At the same time, it perhaps highlights the areas where we need to roll up our sleeves and combine our efforts. “When we first started, there were approximately 50 entries. To date we are sitting with over 400 submissions. So we have come a long way. At the end of the day, it is the industry awards. We want the industry to take ownership and pride in it. That, for us, is a sign that the Golden Horn is becoming something to envy, and something to aspire to.”
carpet arrivals will be documented live for SABC2. Mkosi says: “This is someone who is making a comeback from last year yo host the awards. We also have a film buff and an amazing entertainment lined-up. E! will also be covering the red carpet, which will air the following day and Bonang (Matheba) will be rocking that.” This annual event isn’t without challenges, more so with its aim to be as reflective of the industry as possible. That’s also where the judging chairperson/s play a fundamental role. The NFVF CEO reveals: “We have done a lot of work in making sure there is transparency of the guidelines and so on. We still feel there is a lot more that can be done in terms of the diversity of talent, language and geographical spread. For the first time this year, we used an online system so there is a paper trail the auditors can access. But the mere inclusion of that may exclude part of the country. There is always a double-edged sword to take every sector along with you when you are growing. “We have seen that a few people are not pleased. And we have gone to great lengths to explain the process of how it all works and to give people the confidence to say: ‘You may not like what you see today, but it is a huge improvement from where it was 10 years ago.’” Looking at the 2016 Saftas nominations, there is no denying the awards ceremony has transformation in its decade-long reign.
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Nominees Dinner
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Melrose Arch’s The Venue was the place to be on Thursday night the 25th February 2016 as the who’s who of the film and television industry came out to dine at the 10th South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) Nominees Dinner. It was a lavish affair and the intention was to celebrate the achievement that is getting nominated for a SAFTA. All nominees received certificates and medals and while this mini award ceremony stretched the evening, it was still a night to remember!
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Awards Hosts
Minnie and Katlego
TAKING THE SAFTAS TO THE NEXT LEVEL Guests and Celebrities are in for a treat as their much loved and energetic television personalities which are Somizi Mhlongo, Minnie Dlamini, Katlego Maboe and Nadia Neophytou will be their hosts at the SAFTAs this year. By LESLEY MOFOKENG
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innie Dlamini - Known for her strong work-ethic, humility and energetic, positive spirit; Actress, TV presenter, Radio DJ, Brand Ambassador, MC, & Fashionista - Minenhle Dlamini – popularly known as Minnie, has set herself apart from her peers. In 2010 her ambitious streak saw her beating thousands of hopefuls, in the nationwide search for a young and sassy presenter for South Africa’s biggest music show, LIVE on the national broadcaster’s SABC1 channel. Within months of being in Johannesburg, Minnie had landed a role as the sassy Miranda on Generations - this opened her up to a bigger audience. She further extended her career ambitions by co-hosting SABC1’s lifestyle show, Mzansi Insider. South Africa began to notice her, not just as a pretty face, but an intellectual thinker who can hold her own with any topic. In April 2013, Minnie branched from entertainment and ventured into the world of sport – joining SABC Sport - by spear heading the current global trend of merging sport and entertainment and lifestyle. Bringing about a fresh new approach to “stuffy” suit of sport. In the 8 months of joining sport she has had the honor of co-hosting some of the biggest sporting events in South Africa – and throughout has maintained her girly side while showing off her sporty and funky style.
Katlego Maboe - Awarded the title of Presenter of the Year at the 2015 South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs), Katlego Maboe has grown year-on-year into a wellknown TV presenter, singer, voice-over artist, MC, model and actor. Trilingual Katlego is not only host of the SABC3 show Expresso* – the Feel Good Breakfast Show broadcast weekdays from 06h00 to 08h30 – but also a second season of Strictly Come Dancing (2014 and 2015). Amongst his many accolades, Katlego
was crowned the most stylish male celebrity in South Africa at the 2014 YOU Spectacular Awards, and featured in the 2015 South African Menswear Week modelling for Presidential Shirts. In 2014 Katlego reached numerous milestones including being host of the annual ATKV Mediaveertjies and the Huisgenoot Tempo Toekennings. The latter being the second time he hosted the prestigious entertainment industry awards ceremony; the first being in 2012.
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Red Carpet Hosts
Somizi Mhlongo - host of the SAFTAs red carpet brings his rebellious streak to this new and innovative addition to the most glamorous night for film and television. “Expect to see Somizi. I will be authentically Somizi. I’m not going to look or sound like anyone else. I will be me,” he says. All Mhlongo wants is to have fun and with his cheerful character and boundless energy he will not hold back. “I want to be in the moment and not caught up by how I look or if my eyebrows are in place. I just want to have fun.” He will shoot from the hip with his commentary although he subscribes to the saying: ‘if you have nothing good to say don’t say anything at all’. “It’s a great evening to celebrate the industry and the achievements over the year. It’s not a platform for negativity,” he says. “I’m not one to criticise people’s look. When one does that does it mean the guest must go home and change? No it shouldn’t be like that”. As such he has no ‘dos’ or ‘don’ts’ to share. “I do things my way. Who died and appointed anyone a fashion god? I’d say do you and don’t do other people’s opinions. Who are we to judge?” Mhlongo says he is mostly looking forward to seeing what Basetsana Kumalo, Khanyi Mbau and Katlego Maboe will bring to the red carpet. “...but also the combination and chemistry between Katlego and Minnie on stage as the hosts.” 18 SAFTAs 10 | ISSUE 01
He is bringing a whole wardrobe with him for his multiple changes through the night. But for his red carpet arrival Mhlongo says he’s chosen a suit made at Oriental Plaza in Johannesburg by an Indian tailor. “My suit will be about R2 200, but my shoes are R30 000,” he quips. Nadia Neophytou - Born in Benoni, Nadia Neophytou is currently based in New York City, where she reports on the latest entertainment stories and interviews movie stars for a living - from the likes of Oprah to Hugh Jackman, Sarah-Jessica Parker, Robert De Niro and Meryl Streep. Her interviews appear on various TV shows, including Vuzu and Top Billing, and she writes for GQ, Marie Claire, Business Day and the Sunday Times. She reports for Eyewitness News as their US Correspondent, and can be heard on 702, Cape Talk, 947 and KFM 945. Nadia regularly covers the Cannes Film Festival, the Oscars, the Sundance Film Festival, the Toronto International Film Festival and San Diego Comic Con, and has in the past also reported from Nelson Mandela’s 90th Birthday Concert and the Royal Wedding in London. She is a Nedbank Arts Journalist of the Year award-winner, and was a finalist in the National Arts Festival/BASA Arts Journalism Awards. When not working on entertainment news stories worth knowing, she runs marathons.
NIGHT ONE HERE ARE YOUR 2016 SAFTAs 10 NOMINEES BEST ANIMATED SHORT
BEST SHORT FILM
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Practitioner
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Practitioner
There is no place like Home
Sunrise Productions
Lungelwa
Quizzical Pictures
Crush
Sunrise Productions
Nommer 37
Gambit Films
Burgeon
The Animation School
Vuil Wasgoed
Idea Candy Business Trust
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SCRIPTWRITING -TV COMEDY
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN ART DIRECTION/ PRODUCTION DESIGN - TV COMEDY
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Practitioner
ZANews : Puppet Nation
Karen Jeynes, Thierry Cassuto, Nkuli Sibeko-Botman
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Practitioner
Those Who Can’t
Louw Venter, Thomas Hall, Gilli Apter, Zandile Tisani, Zoe Arthur
Those Who Can’t
Amanda Scholtz
ZANews : Puppet Nation
Franci van den Heever, Roxanne Hand, Matthew Sanna
Kota Life Crisis 2
Tumi Morake, Mpho Osei-Tutu, Salah Sabiti, Tiffany Barbuzano, Nkuli Sibeko, Lwazi Mvuzi, Monique Nortje, Chisanga Kabinga, Meren Reddy
Gauteng Maboneng
Esme Viviers
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN MAKE-UP AND HAIR STYLING - TV COMEDY
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN COSTUME DESIGN TV COMEDY
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Practitioner
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Practitioner
Ga Re Dumele Season 4
Maureen Wells
ZANews : Puppet Nation
San-Mari Compton
Gauteng Maboneng
Silindile Dladla
Ga Re Dumele Season 4
Zandi Mokwena
My Perfect Family 3
Sonto Nhlapo
My Perfect Family 3
Zandi Mokwena
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SOUND DESIGN- TV COMEDY
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Practitioner
ZANews : Puppet Nation
Lyle Bennet
Those Who Can’t
Janno Muller
Kota Life Crisis 2
Jonty Everton
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Nominations Night One
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN EDITING – TV COMEDY
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN CINEMATOGRAPHY - TV COMEDY
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Practitioner
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Practitioner
ZANews : Puppet Nation
Aurora Drummer, Alex Fynn, Nicolai Groudev
ZANews : Puppet Nation
Tonga Isango
Those Who Can’t
Jessica Clare, Melissa Parry, Tim Greene, Edgar Sibaya
Those Who Can’t
Brendan Barnes
Kota Life Crisis 2
Mandiva Syananzu, Bertus Kirsten
Kota Life Crisis 2
Sello Molote, Atang Molobi, Hector Dludla, Siyabonga Thwala
BEST CHILDREN PROGRAMME
BEST YOUTH PROGRAMME
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Production House
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Production House
Takalane Sesame- Elections
Ochre Media (PTY)LTD
My World
Dzuguda Productions
Challenge SOS
2 Blonds and a Redhead Filming
#YOT Life In A Day
Tia Productions
YOTV Live YO Party
Urban Brew
100 Youth
Tshedza Media
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SCRIPTWRITING -TV DRAMA Programme Title
Practitioner
Umlilo
Zandile Tisani, Nonhlanhla Simelane, Napo Masheane, Arthur Zita, Tim Greene, Gillian Breslin
Vallei van Sluiers
Johan van Jaarsveld, Louis Pretorius
High Rollers - Season 2
Writing Team
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BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN ART DIRECTION/ PRODUCTION DESIGN - TV DRAMA Programme Title
Production House
Umlilo
Vallery Groenewald
Swartwater
Marna Heunis
90 Plein Street
Tanya van Tonder
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Practitioner
Matatiele
Smartie Olifant
Umlilo
Smartie Olifant
Vlug Na Egipte
Angie Boshoff
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN COSTUME DESIGN - TV DRAMA
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SOUND DESIGN - TV DRAMA
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Practitioner
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Practitioner
Terug Na Egipte
Mercedes de Bruyn
Swartwater
Ben Oelsen
Umlilo
Lehasa Molloyi
Vallei van Sluiers
Stef Albertyn
Vlug Na Egipte
Elke Beukes
Z’bondiwe
Stash Couvaris
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN ORIGINAL SCORE-TV DRAMA
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN EDITING - TV DRAMA
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Practitioner
Programme Title
Practitioner
Terug Na Egipte
Les Javan and Riku Latti
Saints and Sinners I
Eugene Lombaard, Bjorn Johansen, Ambonga Mfundisi
Vlug Na Egipte
Les Javan and Riku Latti
Umlilo
Aluta Mlisana, Edgar Sibaya
Rockville 3
Joel Assaizky
Z'bondiwe
Eugene Lombaard, Bjorn Johansen, Ambonga Mfundisi, Sidwell Koyo
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN CINEMATOGRAPHY - TV DRAMA Programme Title
Practitioner
ZANews : Puppet Nation
San-Mari Compton
Ga Re Dumele Season 4
Zandi Mokwena
My Perfect Family 3
Zandi Mokwena
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN ART DIRECTION/ PRODUCTION DESIGN - TV SOAP
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SCRIPTWRITING - TV SOAP Programme Title
Production House
Rhythm City
Neil McCarthy, Thishiwe Ziqubu, Byron Abrahams, Craig Freimond
Isidingo
Rohan Dickson
Generations The Legacy
Collin Oliphant
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Practitioner
Isibaya 3
Dylan Lloyd & Carlu Portwig, Henrietta Moutinho
Isidingo
Willie Coetzee
Generations The Legacy
Inamari Swanepoel
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Nominations Night One
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN MAKE-UP AND HAIR STYLING - TV SOAP
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN COSTUME DESIGN - TV SOAP Programme Title
Practitioner
Programme Title
Practitioner
Isibaya 3
Rochelle Selling
Generations The Legacy
Bongi Mlotshwa
Binnelanders
Sune’Jansen
Isibaya 3
Sheila Petlele
Generations The Legacy
Natalie Lundon
7de Laan
Morne Marx, Theola Booyens
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN EDITING - TV SOAP BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SOUND DESIGN - TV SOAP
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Production House
Programme Title
Production House
Ashes to Ashes
Louise Hornsby
Villa Rosa
Ben Oelsen
Generations the Legacy
Babalo Mpoyiya
Binnelanders
Eric McKechnie, Barry Gillot
Rhythm City
Ravi Desai
Generations the Legacy
Billy Komane & Leon Nel
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN CINEMATOGRAPHY - TV SOAP
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SCRIPTWRITING MADE FOR TV MOVIE
Programme Title
Practitioner
Programme Title
Production House
Binnelanders
Kobus van Niekerk, Charl Odendaal, Francois Grobler
Fluit-fluit
Kobus Geldenhuys
Rhythm City
Hein van Zyl
Rise
Gillian Breslin, Tim Greene
7 de Laan
Patrick Doddemeade
Ingoma
Amanda Jeanne Lane, Kaye Ann Williams
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN ART/ PRODUCTION DESIGN- MADE FOR TV MOVIE
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Programme Title
Practitioner
Ingoma
Charlette Coetzee
Rise
Marna Heunis
Die Staat Se Bul
Francois Coetzee
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN HAIR AND MAKE-UP MADE FOR TV MOVIE
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN COSTUME DESIGN MADE FOR TV MOVIE
Programme Title
Practitioner
Programme Title
Practitioner
Ingoma
Islyn Goliath
Rise
Lehasa Molloyi
The Gift
Ngah Nyembe
Ingoma
Pippa Heimann
Rise
Smartie Olipant
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SOUND DESIGNMADE FOR TV MOVIE Programme Title
Practitioner
The Gift
Ben Oelsen
Rise
Janno Muller
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN CINEMATOGRAPHY - MADE FOR TV MOVIE Programme Title
Practitioner
Ingoma
Greg Heimann
The Gift
Leon Kriel
Rise
Adam Bentel
BEST ACTOR IN A LEAD ROLE – MADE FOR TV MOVIE
BEST ACTRESS IN A LEAD ROLE – MADE FOR TV MOVIE
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN EDITING - MADE FOR TV MOVIE Programme Title
Practitioner
Rise
Kholofelo Malatshi
Ingoma
Maryke Kruger
The Gift
Ula Oelson
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN DIRECTING - MADE FOR TV MOVIE Programme Title
Practitioner
Rise
Rolie Nikiwe
The Gift
Johnny Barbuzano
Ingoma
Amanda Jeanne Lane
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Aubrey Poo
Vusi Zondi
Ingoma
Shona Ferguson
Thabiso Tau
The Gift
Kudeni Masala
Tumza
Nyaope Indaba
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Xolile Tshabalala
Fezeka
Rise
Zola Nombona
Constance Dladla
Ingoma
Thembi Seete
Bontle
The Gift
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Nominations Night One
BEST MADE FOR TV MOVIE
BEST REALITY SHOW
Programme Title
Production House
Programme Title
Production House
Ingoma
Penguin Films
Ultimate Braai Master Season 3
Cooked In Africa Films
The Gift
Ferguson Films
Date My Family Season 1
Connect TV
Rise
Quizzical Pictures
Global Wheeling Season 1
Cooked In Africa Films
BEST MAGAZINE PROGRAMME
BEST INTERNATIONAL FORMAT SHOW
Programme Title
Production House
Programme Title
Production House
Girl Eat World
Lucky Bean
X Factor South Africa: Season 1
Rapid Blue
Top Billing
Tswelopele Productions
Strictly Come Dancing Season 8
Rapid Blue
The Man Cave Season 2 Episode 2
Cheeky Media
Celebrity Masterchef South Africa
Quizzical Pictures
BEST FACTUAL /EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME
BEST CURRENT AFFAIRS / ACTUALITY PROGRAMME
Programme Title
Production House
Programme Title
Production House
Each One Teach One - Dancer
Blue Wizard Productions
Carte Blanche - It’s A Zama Zama
Combined Artists Production
Groen Namibia
Homebrew Films
Carte Blanche - Dying For Water In Madibeng
Combined Artists Production
Durban Beach Rescue
Ruby Rocket Media
Siyaya - Come Wild With Us: Season 2
Francois Odendaal Productions
Carte Blanche - Insurance Taken For A Ride
Combined Artists Production
BEST VARIETY SHOW
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Programme Title
Production House
Galaxy Of Stars 2014
Don’t Look Down Productions
Sleeptv
Liquid Gate Creative Studios
Just Cooking
Homebrew Films
BEST GAME SHOW
BEST TALK SHOW Programme Title
Production House
Programme Title
Production House
Republiek Van Zoid Afrika
Brainwave Productions
Noot Vir Noot Series 40
Stemmburg Television
Jou Show
Homebrew Films
Op Die Spel
Homebrew Films
I Am - Drug Abuse
Don’t Look Down Productions
Down For The Guap
Launch Factory
BEST MUSIC SHOW
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SOUND DESIGN DOCUMENTARY SHORT
Programme Title
Production House
Sessions for ‘76
Don’t Look Down Productions
Programme Title
Practitioner
Unbanned
Don’t Look Down Productions
Cape Town Carnival 2015: Elemental
Chris Bornman
Afri-visie 2015
Admit One productions Rhino Brief
Thapelo Danster,Janno Muller,Jonty Everton,Thapelo Makhubo &Tiny du Preez
When We Were Kids
David Houston
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN EDITING - DOCUMENTARY SHORT BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN CINEMATOGRAPHY DOCUMENTARY SHORT
Programme Title
Practitioner
Cape Town Carnival 2015: Elemental
Garth Kingwill
Indians Can’t Fly
Nicola Comninos
Programme Title
Practitioner
Joburg Rising
Liesl DanaTsafantakis
Cape Town Carnival 2015: Elemental
Garth Kingwill
T-bone: King Of The Spotted Cats
Charl Senekal
When We Were Kids
Dean Shamley
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN DIRECTING DOCUMENTARY SHORT
Programme Title
Practitioner
Cape Town Carnival 2015: Elemental
Hajra Cassim & Garth Kingwill
Emo Adams - Tall, Dark & Afrikaans
Sylvia Vollenhoven
Indians Can’t Fly
Enver Samuel
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BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SOUND DESIGNDOCUMENTARY FEATURE
BEST DOCUMENTARY SHORT Programme Title
Practitioner
Programme Title
Practitioner
Cape Town Carnival 2015: Elemental
Film Industry Learner Mentorship Programme (F.I.L.M)
Prisoner 467/64: The Untold Legacy Of Andrew Mlangeni
João Orecchia
Emo Adams - Tall, Dark & Afrikaans
VIA - Vision In Africa
The Boers At The End Of The World
Daniel Eppel
Indians Can’t Fly
EMS Productions
Troopship Tragedy
Stef Albertyn
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN EDITING - DOCUMENTARY FEATURE Programme Title
Practitioner
The Boers At The End Of The World
Richard Gregory & Ronelle Loots
The Dream Of Shahrazad
Francois Verster
Troopship Tragedy
Annamarie James
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN DIRECTING DOCUMENTARY FEATURE
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN CINEMATOGRAPHY DOCUMENTARY FEATURE Programme Title
Practitioner
The Boers At The End Of The World
Richard Gregory
The Cradock Four
David Forbes
The Dream Of Shahrazad
Francois Verster
BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE
Programme Title
Practitioner
Programme Title
Production House
The Dreams of Shahrazad
Francois Verster
The Shore Break
Shore Break Movie (Pty) Ltd
The Shore Break
Ryley Grunenwald
The Dream of Shahrazad
Undercurrent Film & Television
204:Getting Away with Murder
Warren Batchelor
204:Getting Away With Murder
WB Productions
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SCRIPTWRITING -FEATURE FILM Programme Title
Practitioner
Dis ek, Anna
Tertius Kapp
Thina Sobabili
Ernest Nkosi
Ayanda
Trish Malone
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BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN ART DIRECTION/ PRODUCTION DESIGN – FEATURE FILM Programme Title
Practitioner
Dis ek, Anna
Christian Joubert
While You Weren’t Looking
Warren Gray
Kite
Willem Botha
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN MAKE-UP AND HAIRSTYLING - FEATURE FILM
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN COSTUME DESIGN – FEATURE FILM
Programme Title
Practitioner
Programme Title
Production House
Dis ek, Anna
Julia Rubinstein
While You Weren’t Looking
Rae Donnelly
Kite
Megan Tanner
Dis ek, Anna
Nerine Pienaar
While You Weren’t Looking
Babalwa Carol Djieutcheu
Kite
Ruy Filipe
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN SOUND DESIGN- FEATURE FILM
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN ORIGINAL SCORE - FEATURE FILM
Programme Title
Practitioner
Programme Title
Practitioner
Hear Me Move Film
Basiami Bibi Segola
Dis ek, Anna
Schalk Joubert
Thina Sobabili
Jim Petrak
Thina Sobabili
Mpho Nthangeni
For Love and Broken Bones
Mark Phillips
Hear Me Move Film
Zethu Elijah Mashika
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN EDITING – FEATURE FILM
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN CINEMATOGRAPHY FEATURE FILM
Programme Title
Practitioner
Necktie Youth
Matthew Swanepoel & Team
For Love and Broken Bones
Andrew Traill
Hear Me Move Film
C.A van Aswegen
Programme Title
Practitioner
Necktie Youth
Chuanne Blofield
For Love and Broken Bones
Zeno Petersen
Kite
Lance Gewer
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Cover Story
5 minutes with
TERRY PHETO
With her film Ayanda picked up for release in the US, the actor and producer shares what she loves about the red carpet, and her dream role. By LESLEY MOFOKENG
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What has the success of Ayanda meant to you? It has inspired me to want to be the part of this growing industry. I want to make movies that will inspire and move people. I hope to one day leave a mark in the world of filmmaking... big or small. I want young filmmakers to say ‘because of her, I did it’, that’s a story I’m still writing. Right now, I have many years ahead of me in this industry. What lessons did you pick up from this venture? For a first time producer, I took every experience good or bad as a lesson. But what I know is that it is important to surround yourself with people that know more than you. That’s the only way you’ll be challenged and with that comes growth.
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erry Pheto has successfully transitioned from being a big screen leading lady on Tsotsi to a power broker in film. Ayanda, directed by Sara Blecher is the first film she co-produced, and has enjoyed sterling success in the past year. It is nominated for several SAFTAs tonight. She tells us how she rewrites the African dream one film at a time. What is the formula that made Ayanda such a success? The formula was to tell a human story as honestly as possible. We were fortunate to have such a talented cast and crew that made it so much easier. Which doors did you knock on to make this film happen? It was part of the NFVF slate of films so we got funding from them, Africa Magic and the Department of Trade and Industry. We also received a lot of support from the City of Joburg.
What was the most crucial when you made Ayanda? Everything is important when making a film. The foundation of every film is a good story, and when you have that, you need actors that can perform and move the audience. All this can’t be possible without funding, and when there’s no marketing plan or budget, then no one will know about your film. No one will watch it. So every element is equally important. Where has the film been screened - festivals and competitions? Ayanda has screened at some of the biggest festivals globally. We were at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival Market, it was the opening film at the Durban International Film Festival, not only did we screen at the 2015 LA Film Festival, but we won the Special Jury Award. We’ve also been to the Vancouver and Baghdad international film festivals, BFI London and Cambridge African Film Festival.
What has the movie done for African cinema with the casting of a South African and a Nigerian? It was and still is a dream of mine to cross borders with storytelling. To create a United States of Africa where every story matters and our audience is as large as our continent. Ayanda, set in Yeoville is an African story with characters from across the continent. Even though Ayanda’s mother is South African, her father was Nigerian and so is her love interest. Because we wanted to tell the story as authentically as possible, it was important to cast the right people for every role. OC Ukeje is a brilliant actor and we were fortunate to work with him. We auditioned dozens of Nigerian actors both in South Africa and in Nigeria with the help of Africa Magic same with Fulu Mugovhani (who played Ayanda). It was purely their talent that secured the both of the roles. What will take local cinema to the next level? We need infrastructure. We need cinemas in townships and rural communities. Cinema shouldn’t be a luxury but a right and option for everyone. It’s discouraging to have to take two or three taxis to go watch a movie. We also need to use alternative spaces like community halls and churches to screen film. There’s a huge appetite for local content and we have what it takes to deliver that. We should also not neglect the television platform as it’s the biggest content feeder. We need to work in making sure that the quality of “Made for TV “ film is as good as any film you’ll see at the cinema. What’s next for Ayanda? Ayanda is currently available on Netflix in the US and Canada. It’s also available locally on DVD and Blu Ray. We have dates in Copenhagen, Koln and Munich in Germany, Auckland, Belfast, Trinidad and Warsaw later in the year.
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Close Up
THE RISING DOYENNE OF TV LOCAL CONTENT
BASETSANA
O
KUMALO
UR PERFECT WEDDING AND DATE MY FAMILY ARE BREAKING RECORDS WITH TV AUDIENCES AND ON SOCIAL MEDIA, WHAT WORKS FOR THESE TWO FORMATS? These formats are home grown and relevant to what the Mzansi Magic viewer wants. They express the South African narrative in a way that excites and endears them and audiences feel personal attachment to these brands for that reason. These properties have great resonance with the audience and we have created entertainment platforms were people can see themselves reflected. The beauty of reality TV is that it’s untainted and people can see themselves. WHAT TOUGH LESSONS HAVE YOU LEARNT WITH THESE TWO SHOWS? Lessons in reality TV cannot be summarised, because as we meet new characters, we learn new lessons. We seek to reflect people just as they are and that comes with its own creative challenges. Reality as a genre doesn’t sub-
scribe to any clear parameters because it follows the characters and their journey. HOW DID YOU IDENTIFY THIS MARKET? The channel saw a great window of opportunity when Our Perfect Wedding, the first reality property, performed very well and started conversations with us regarding producing more hyper local or hyper resonant reality.
HAVE YOU HAD ANY CRINGE WORTHY OR LAUGH OUT LOUD MOMENTS WATCHING THESE SHOWS? I have not really had cringeworthy moments as such but there are moments when we edit and I would go, did she or he just say that? Entertainment reality is exactly that, there are laugh out loud moments that crack me up and equally our audiences and it’s difficult to just pick one! WHAT MORE DO WOMEN IN TV NEED TO ACHIEVE BEFORE YOU CAN SAY ‘MISSION ACCOMPLISHED’? In this industry things change constantly due to viewer appetite. There’s new technology and new stories to be told so the work will
never be done. We do however need to raise the numbers of female directors. Directing is still predominantly male whether it’s TV, film or commercials. The mission is never complete. There are more stories to be told and reflected. We have just started playing in the game. For so long there are stories, the job continues. ANY PLANS TO FRANCHISE AND SELL THESE FORMATS OVERSEAS? Date My Family and OPW would work in most countries. Due to the commissioning model the IP has been handed over to Mzansi Magic for our current shows. I’m sure the broadcaster sees the value in the properties and will exploit them as they see fit. From a Connect TV perspective we are continuously creating new format and we have every aim to exploit them, however the formats do belong to Mzansi Magic so a franchising discussion would have to be had with them. • Date My Family is nominated for Best Reality Show. • Our Perfect Wedding is nominated for Best Presenter Non-Fiction (Reality Show)
Basetsana Kumalo is a leading South African serial entrepreneur and the founder, executive chairman and CEO of Basetsana Woman Investment Holdings. She is best known for co-founding Tswelopele Productions some 14 years ago – one of the first independent television producers in the country that went on to successfully produce Top Billing, a long-running, top rated South African lifestyle television show. 30 SAFTAs 10 | ISSUE 01
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Nominations Night Two
NIGHT TWO HERE ARE YOUR 2016 SAFTAs 10 NOMINEES BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE TV COMEDY BEST ACTRESS IN A LEAD ROLE – MADE FOR TV MOVIE
BEST ACTOR IN A LEAD ROLE - TV COMEDY
BEST ACTRESS IN A LEAD ROLE -TV COMEDY
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Thembile Botman
Mpho
Abo Mzala II
ZANews Puppeteers
ZANews Puppeteers
ZANews : Puppet Nation
Bongani Madondo
Cassius
Kota Life Crisis
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Jennifer Steyn
Mrs Flamming
Abo Mzala II
Linda Sebezo
KoKo
Gauteng Maboneng
Tumi Morake
Thembekile
Kota Life Crisis 2
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Mandla Gaduka
Solomon
Gauteng Maboneng
Nik Rabinowitz
Fikile Mbalula, Pat De Lille and more
ZANews : Puppet Nation
Aggrey Lonake
Jacob Zuma, Vavi, Mac Maharaj and more
ZANews : Puppet Nation
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Robyn Scott
Secretary Marlena
Those Who Can’t
Chantal Herman
Sylvia Hiscock
Those Who Can’t
Vatiswa Ndara
Aunt Thandeka
Kota Life Crisis 2
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BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN DIRECTING - TV COMEDY
BEST TV COMEDY
Programme Title
Practitioner
Programme Title
Production House
ZANews : Puppet Nation
Alex Fynn
Ga Re Dumele
Rous House Productions
Those Who Can’t
Zee Ntuli, Daniel Zimbler
Kota Life Crisis
What Not Entertainment & Burnt Onion Productions
Ga Re Dumele Season 4
Krijay Govender , Joshua Rous, Segomotso Keorapetse
Those Who Can’t
Quizzical Pictures
ZANews : Puppet Nation
Both Worlds
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BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE TV DRAMA BEST ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE TV DRAMA BEST ACTOR IN A LEAD ROLE -TV DRAMA
BEST ACTRESS IN A LEAD ROLE -TV DRAMA
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Terence Bridgett
MP Meintjies
90 Plein Street
Deon Lotz
Kobus Landman
When We Were Black Season 2
Wayne van Rooyen
Duane
Shreds And Dreams II
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Motshabi Tyelele
Aus Beauty
Matatiele
Charmaine Mtinta
NoRain Sangqu
Matatiele
Brenda Ngxoli
Gladys
Rockville - Season 3
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Bhekisisa Mkhwane
Pastor Mdletshe
Uzalo
Siyabonga Radebe
Phakamani
Saints and Sinners I
S’dumo Mtshali
Ndumiso Khumalo
Saints and Sinners I
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Nthati Moshesh
Mamohato Khumalo
Saints and Sinners I
Linda Sokhulu
Lefika
Shreds And Dreams II
Gugu Masondo
Nonto
Shreds And Dreams II
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN DIRECTING -TV DRAMA
BEST TV DRAMA
Programme Title
Practitioner
Programme Title
Production House
When We Were Black Season 2
Khalo Matabane
Matatiele
Branded Soul Productions
Saints & Sinners I
Mandilakhe Yengo & Denny Miller
Saints and Sinners I
Penguin Films
Matatiele
Rolisizwe Nikiwe & Zuko Nodada
Umlilo
Quizzical Pictures
BEST TV PRESENTER Programme Title
Practitioner
Programme Title
Practitioner
Johan Stemmet
Noot Vir Noot Series 40
Pabi Moloi
Eksê Zwakala
Danine Naidoo
Edge
Katlego Maboe
Expresso Morning Show
Serai Tshepo Seate
Afro Café
Katlego Maboe
kN VERSLAG
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BEST TV PRESENTER CONT. Programme Title
Practitioner
Programme Title
Practitioner
Dingaan Mokebe Ka Khumalo
Speak Out Season 8
Tumi Morake
Our Perfect Wedding
Vele Manenje
Siyakholwa We Believe
Chanley Wong
Craze - Sistahood
Katlego Maboe
Strictly Come Dancing Season 8
BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE - TV SOAP
BEST ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE -TV SOAP
BEST ACTOR IN A LEAD ROLE- TV SOAP
BEST ACTRESS IN A LEAD ROLE-TV SOAP
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN DIRECTING - TV SOAP
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Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Kitenge (Richard) Lukunku
Sizwe “Stitch”
Ashes to Ashes
Samson Kumalo
Shadrack
Isibaya 3
Siyabonga Shibe
Kgosi Quvane
Ashes to Ashes
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Linda Sokhulu
Nikiwe
Isidingo
Maggie Benedict
Violet
Ashes to Ashes
Elize Cawood
Susanna Meyer
Binnelanders
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Vusi Kunene
Bhekifa
Isibaya 3
Motlatsi Mafatshe
Sechaba Moloi
Isidingo
Siyabonga Thwala
Mpiyakhe
Isibaya 3
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Leeanda Reddy
Priya
Isidingo
Brumilda van Rensburg
Jana du Preez
Binnelanders
Tema Sebopedi
Lerato
Isidingo
Programme Title
Practitioner
Rhythm City
Eric Mogale, Siyabonga Mkhize, Heather Cooke
Ashes to Ashes
Gert Van Niekerk
Skeem Saam
Neo Matsunyane
BEST TV SOAP
Programme Title
Production House
Isibaya 3
The Bomb Shelter Film Company
Ashes to Ashes
Clive Morris Productions
Rhythm City
Quizzical Pictures
MOST POPULAR TV SOAP Programme Title
Production House
Programme Title
Production House
Isibaya 3
The Bomb Shelter Film Company
SCANDAL!
Ochre Media (Pty)LTD
7 de Laan
Dannie Oordendaal Productions
Rhythm City
Quizzical Pictures
Ashes to Ashes
Clive Morris Productions
Generations the Legacy
MMSV Productions
Binnelanders
Stark Films
Villa Rosa
Spectro Productions
Skeem Saam
PEU Communications Solutions
Isidingo
Endemol Shine Productions
BEST STUDENT FILM
Programme Tittle
Institution
Him and I
AFDA
Jabu
The Animation School
Jas Boude
University of Cape Town
BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE FEATURE FILM
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Marius Weyers
Windhond Weber
Dis ek, Anna
Kenneth Nkosi
Zama
Ayanda
Thomas Gumede
Zoum
Ayanda
BEST ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE FEATURE FILM
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Tina Jaxa
Milly
While You Weren’t Looking
Nthati Moshesh
Dorothy
Ayanda
Shaleen Surtie Richards
Katie Joubert
Treurgrond
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BEST ACTOR IN A LEAD ROLE – FEATURE FILM
BEST FEATURE FILM
BEST ACTRESS IN A LEAD ROLE - FEATURE FILM
BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN DIRECTING - FEATURE FILM
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Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Mduduzi Mabaso
Motheo
For Love and Broken Bones
Emanuel Gweva
Thulas
Thina Sobabili
Lionel Newton
Mack
While You Weren’t Looking
Programme Title
Production House
Ayanda
Real Eyes films & Leading Lady Productions
Dis ek, Anna
Palama Productions
For love and broken bones
The Bomb Shelter Film Company
Real Name
Character Name
Programme Title
Fulu Mughovani
Ayanda
Ayanda
Jana Strydom
Kapt Helena Schoeman
Treurgrond
Thishiwe Ziqubu
Shado
While You Weren’t Looking
Programme Title
Practitioner
Dis ek, Anna
Sara Blecher
For Love & Broken Bones
Tebogo Malope
Thina Sobabili
Ernest Nkosi
Feature
By LESLEY MOFOKENG
TUMI MORAKE
HOW THE COMEDIAN STOLE THE TV SHE’s revered as a stand-up comedian and of late Tumi Morake has been making serious inroads into TV.
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onight she is a double nominee as Best TV Presenter Non-Fiction for Our Perfect Wedding (OPW) and Best Achievement by a Supporting Actress in a TV Comedy for her role in Kota Life Crisis. Morake reminds us that TV was her first job long before the stand-up stage beckoned. “My roots are in television. After studying at Wits University, my first official job was writing on Nomzamo (the comedy). I just grew through the ranks. My husband (Mpho Osei-Tutu) and I were always interested in putting out TV we wanna watch, so when we had to pitch a certain show for Mzansi Magic we literally pulled a DJ Sbu and did guerilla marketing. We went in to pitch what they asked for and did it so quickly that we said ‘listen since there’s some time left can we pitch this story?’”
And that’s how Kota Life Crisis came to being. Looking forward to tonight, Morake reflects on the show that thrust her to the forefront of presenting, something she had never done before. “What’s scary is that the first time I was offered OPW to present, I thought ‘but I’m not a presenter guys, I can be a comedian or MC maybe I can act, and you’re asking me to present and meet people who don’t know how TV works and I must be responsible for these people?’.” But it worked out fine and and set her on a journey of self discovery. “I got out there and oh my word, I had no idea I had that skill with people. And I know humility is great but at this point I have to be honest and say I have a God given gift when it comes to dealing with people,” she says. After presenting over 30 episodes of OPW, Morake says it was not easy to walk away. “It
was a bittersweet parting for me because as an artist you have to grow and move on but at the same time I grew too attached to it. I met different people, connected with them and got a whole other perspective on what it’s like to get married in South Africa. It was very hard to walk away from it, but when it’s time it’s time. So this nomination means so much to me.” Her formula is simple - sincerity. “I put the best of me on TV which is that I’m naughty, I have a sense of humour and I genuinely love people. I don’t look down on anyone. I found a bit of them in me. A lot of the older viewers were emotional about me leaving because bagolo (the elderly) are responsive to honesty and true-ness, they love my sincerity.” Morake says acting is not automatically associated with her and feels affirmed by the Kota Life Crisis nomination. “I have been acting for a while and I have not failed miserably, but I think I’m persona non grata when it comes to acting. This is an affirmation that I can continue trying. “I’m in an industry where to get a career you must be good looking, have a certain body type if you want a lead role and the fact that I’m being recognised in what wasn’t such a huge role, gives me hope.” Morake gets serious when she looks at the challenges faced by women in TV. “Change is painfully slow but I’m excited about where we are. The women in this industry are notable, and I feel like as women we have grabbed this thing by the horns.”
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MAKING FILM AND TELEVISION MAGIC 100 SAFTA NOMINATIONS
“The stories we tell reflect our society, which informs and entertains South African audiences. We are encouraged to continue investing in local productions and to play our part in building the local industry.” Yolisa Phahle, M-Net CEO
Feature
BOX OFFICE SUCCESS FOR
HAPPINESS
IS A FOUR LETTER WORD Did cupid’s arrow strike you? Are you in love with the idea of love? Do you have your wedding planned out way before you even snag a bae? Do you believe in soul mates? Then we have the perfect movie for you in the month of love. By EMMANUEL TJIYA | Source: SOWETAN LIVE
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appiness is a Four-Letter Word offers a glimpse behind Jo’burg surbabia’s white picket fences told through the story of three career-oriented and strong-willed women in search of true love – cliché as it may sound. Khanyi Mbau: First there is Khanyi Mbau playing a very Khanyi Mbau archetype as trophy wife Zaza. Zaza loves everything that shines, call her the Queen of Bling if you may. Delivering shallow remarks such as “Well, shopping relaxes me”, it’s evident that Mbau didn’t have to delve very deep to find the woman she portrays on the big screen. Bored with her lonely life Zaza, a mother of two, has an illicit love affair with a married man (Daniel Hadebe), while her inattentive husband (Simo Magwaza) is away on business, because according to Zaza’s wisdom having an affair with another married person doesn’t really count as cheating. Mbau is clearly not afraid to take the Mickey out of her tabloid persona. As a result, she surprisingly brings some comic relief to the dramedy. Renate Stuurman: Then there is art gallery owner and serial dater Princess (Renate Stuurman) who falls head-over-heels in love with smooth-talking afrocentric artist (Richard Lukunku), the kind of guy your mama warned you about, to a dramatic outcome. Perhaps Stuurman was terribly miscast in the role or she was not given much to work with, whatever the reason might be Princess’ story never really takes off and makes one want to fast-forward through some of her screen time. Sad since Stuurman is one of the best kept secrets in the South African acting realm. Mmabatho Montsho: The most compelling character arc of all three ladies is the story of Nandi (Mmabatho Montsho); a lawyer and compulsive perfectionist. From the outside Nandi has the perfect life, a doting fiancé (Tongayi Chirisa), great career and forthcoming nuptials. But in reality she is suffocating, because all she ever does is give, while everyone around her takes. Her fiancé comes with baby mama drama, while her overbearing father refuses to see that his little girl is no longer little. Nandi is so concerned with keeping others happy that she can’t even answer a simple question as ‘What do you want?’ If she didn’t have enough on her plate, a blast from the past (Chris Attoh) re-enters her life, tempting her to come dance with the devil. Montsho is devastating in the role, approaching it with such eloquent subtlety and compassion. It’s pleasant to see her back in front of the camera, because she was sorely missed. The chemistry between Montsho and Zimbabwean actor Tongayi Chirisa is electric, with the marvellous Chirisa as Montsho’s on-screen fiancé threatening to steal a few scenes from her, especially in one pivotal fight scene. Supporting cast Prolific names including Pabi Moloi, Hlomla Danda-
la, Fulu Mugovhani and Thuli Thabethe have small parts in the film. Terence Bridgett is once again typecast as a flamboyant gay man. Director Thabang Moleya: Noted for his directing work in Jacob’s Cross, The LAB, Zone 14 and JOZI H – brings the dramedy to the big screen; with screenwriter Busisiwe Ntilintili adapting the film from a book by Nozizwe Cynthia Jele. Though not innovative, Moleya’s work in the film is visually appealing and deserving of some recognition. By big leaps and bounds, Moleya is paving the way for the future of South African cinema, especially in this genre, which is admirable. The film plays around with voice-over narration, even though the technique feels like it was used more as an experimental tool than to add a new layer to the story. Tightly framed camera angles don’t always pay off in the film. Some key parts feel rushed, which leaves you wanting more and feeling a little robbed. Some scenes would have had more impact with vernacular introduced to the dialogue. Despite its countless flaws, Happiness is a Four-Letter Word is highly entertaining popcorn movie. A perfect date night movie, be it for a ladies night out or a first date and certainly a must-see in the month of love.
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Guidelines
SAFTAs 10
JUDGING GUIDELINES 1. ABOUT SAFTAs : CELEBRATING CREATIVITY ENCOURAGING EXCELLENCE A. The South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) are presented under the auspices of the National Film and Video Foundation of South Africa (NFVF)after the industry resolved to come together in 2006. The awards were established in 2006 and are presented annually. B. The primary objective of the SAFTA Awards is to honour, celebrate and promote the creativity, quality and excellence of South African Film and Television talent and productions, and to encourage entrepreneurship and the development of new talent within the industry. C. The 10th edition of the SAFTAs aretake place in March 2016. 2. THE GOLDEN HORN A. All SAFTAs winners are presented with the Golden Horn, the official SAFTA Trophy. B. The creative concept behind the SAFTA Trophy, the “Golden Horn” is built on the strength of the collective effort and community that is inherent in the South African Film and Television industry of today and reflects the collective energy of the team and the recognition of the individual as part of a collective. 3. JUDGING PROCESS AND PROCEDURES
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Phase 1: Filtration Phase: A. This phase of the judging process is primarily intended for reducing/ (filtering) the number of entries to minimum of five (5) and a maximum of 7 entries per award, judging will be Genre and Skill specific, list of panels below. It must also be stated that in the likelihood that in a given Genre where there are less than 10 and more than 5 entries, there will be no filtration necessary and that ALL entries in that genre will be eligible for Final Judging B. The filtration phase is conducted by a separate set of judges from the final two phases. 1. Filtration judging for 2016 will be Genre & specific Phase 2: Final Phase: A. This Phase comprises of 2 sections: a. Selection of Nominees b. Selection of Winners B. The Selection of Nominees is intended to select a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 nominees that will be considered for the Winners Selection phase. C. This phase is conducted by a new set of judges from the filtration phase who have no prior knowledge of all productions in the judging category excluding the Panel Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson that do both Filtration and Final Judging. D. The Selection of Winners is intended
to decide on the overall winner. Once the judges have selected their nominees, the full panel of judges will then vote for the winner in an open discussion of the nominees. One form will be used and submitted to the auditor with all judges having signed off the winners and motivated. The Vote has to be unanimous. 3.2 NOMINATIONS/WINNERS The nominations per category will always be listed in alphabetical order. A. All individual named nominees will receive a certificate of nomination. B. The winners’ press release is the definitive source of award Winner’s information. C. All individuals named as award winners will receive a SAFTAS winner’s certificate and Trophy. 3.3 COMPLAINTS AND / OR GRIEVANCES PROCEDURE A. All complaints and or grievances regarding the Judging Process are to be lodged in writing with the Judging Overall Chairperson(s). B. All complaints and or grievances will be responded to by the Judging Overall Chairperson(s). C. Any decision made by the Judging Overall Chairperson shall be final and binding and no correspondence will be entered into.
Final Judges
THE SAFTAs WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING JUDGES Name
Surname
Name
Surname
Name
Surname
Katinka
Heyns
BEN
OELSEN
Nqobile
Sipamla
Sihle
Mthembu
Jack
Esterhuizen
Marcel
van Heerden
Zamo
Mkhwanazi
Kirsten
de Magalhaes
Kimberleigh
Stark
Tebogo
Mogola
Tim
Chev
Petronella
Sello
Etienne
Nobel
Amelia
Henning
Neville
Josie
Shelli
Miller
Benita
Vlok
Paul
Llewellyn
Michael Moagi
Matsie
Brendan
Jury
Patience
Stevens
Herbert
Hadebe
Faheem
Khan
Bonie
Sithebe
John
Wolmink
Markus
Stan
Joseph
Mr B
Ncube
Ayesha
Khatieb
Ola
Wilczynski
Richard Finn
Gregory
Rae
Donnelly
Moenier
Hendricks
Ian
Gabriel
Renate
Schulz
Joy
Dikgale
Senzo
Zindela
Darryl
Hammer
Wilma
Van Schalkwyk
Ziyanda
Macingwane
Brenda
Khambule
Miki
Redelinghuys
Sifiso
Khanyile
Sean
Brednor
Sean James
Bosman
Molatelo
Mainetje
nerine
pienaar
FREDERICK
LOUW
Pat
Van heerden
Renate
Schulz
Noni
Raphata
Felix
Meyburgh
Martha
Sibanyoni
Nosipho
Dumisa
Helena
Spring
Deon
Lotz
Tarryn
Crossman
Sarah
Muhoho
Robert
Mpisi
Vusi
Zion
Richard
Nosworthy
Fabian
Lojede
Tiny
Mungwe
Theoline
Maphutha
Don Mlangeni
Nawa
Jacintha
Timothy
Jan
Engelen
Ashish
Graham
Jana
Erasmus
Christopher
Steenkamp
Nambitha
Mpumlwana
Miklas
Manneke
Tshego
Monaisa
Tumisho
Masha
Donovan
Graham
Mpheng
Morobe
Luthuli
Dlamini
Tanya
Douman
Camilo
Salz
Teboho
Pietersen
Marvin
Saven
Marina
Bekker
Fiona
Ramsay
Akin
Omotoso
Athos
Kyrus
Luke
Rous
Delon
Bakker
Saskia
Schiel
Jabulani
Phambana
Kym
Edwardes- Evans
Saskia
Schiel
Noluthando
Meje
Nolwazi
Shange
Gillian
Breslin
Jo
da Silva
Lebo
Modiba
Nirvana
Singh
Thembi
Mtshali
Seipati
Tenyane
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Filtration Judges
Name
Surname
Name
Surname
Name
Surname
Richard
Gregory
Nic
Hofmeyr
Kimberleigh
Stark
Enver
Samuels
Jo
Oosthuizen
Petronella
Sello
Stafford
Robinson
Leon
Kriel
Herbert
Hadebe
Kobus
Swart
Tim
Chev
Earle
Holmes
Sherry
Lamberti
Tanja
Hagen
Franco
Human
Steven
Warriner
Jeremy
Elwell
Ola
Wilczynski
Mandla
Dube
Nadiva
Schraibman
Martina
Della Togna
Firdoze
Bulbulia
Nikki
Comminos
Selvan
Munsamy
Felix
Meyburgh
Marion
Edmund
Andre
Scoltz Lorenzo
Mercia
Russell
Bheki
Mlambo
Stephen
Sara
Blecher
Daniel
Black
Benita
Khoosal
Riaan
Hendricks
Peter
Rudden
JP
Potgieter
Roberta
Durrant
Tim
Wege
Stan
Joseph
Joe
Mafela
Amelia
Henning
Gena
du Plessis
Peter
Matthews
Daniel
Mitchell
Nongcebo
McKenzie
Jane Thandi
Lipman
Pumla
Hopa
Kamscilla
Naidoo
Asanda Melany
Fuma
Gita
Cerveira
Ntokozo
Mbuli
Hanneke
Schutte
James
Whyle
Adelaide
Joshua
Christopher
Steenkamp
Madoda
Ncayiyana
Wilna
Van Schalkwyk
Louise
McClelland
Miki
Redelinghuys
Pat
Van heerden
Kudi
Maradzika
Anne
Myers
Viva
Liles-Wilkin
Neville
Josie
Tarryn
Crossman
David
Enright
Michael
Mol
Vusi
Zion
Vuyiswa
Tshangela
Nolan
Munsamy
Jana
Erasmus
Helen
Kuun
Delon
Bakker
Sthembiso
Mathenjwa
Billi-Jean
Parker
Florian
Schattauer
Marven
Saven
Kelly
Daykin
Akin
Omotoso
Amor
Tredoux
Lieza
Louw
Rowen
Smith
Geo
Hoehn
Ben
Johnson
Maurice
Paige
Tshego
Monaisa
Tumisho
Masha
Dorette
Nel
Sisa
Hewana
Rowen
Smith
Gerard
Rudolf
Sihle
Hlophe
Marcel
Van Heerden
Uga
Carlini
Slindile
Nodangala
Elle
Matthews
Kgomotso
Christopher
Thandeka
Zwana
Jolene
Martin
Neil
McCarthy
Busisiwe
Lurayi
Andrew
Wessels
Noluthando
Meje
Saskia
Schiel
Luthuli
Dlamini
Ben
Horowitz
Ashish
Mpheng
Morobe
Peter
Mashigo
Camilo
Salz
Mandla
Gaduka
Gillian
Breslin
Robert
Mpisi
Clive
Morris
Motlatsi
Mafatshe
Athos
Kyrus
Hennie
Jacobs
Eubulus
Timothy
Fabian
Lojede
Marina
Becker
Jafta
Mamabolo
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Thank You Note
THANK YOU A big ‘Thank You’ to the SAFTAs Team, for all their efforts towards making the 10th Annual SAFTAs a reality and a successful event. On behalf of the NFVF Management, I would like to express our deepest appreciation and we are grateful to the whole team for demonstrating great professionalism, dedication, passion and hard work in celebrating a decade of excellence.
Lala Tuku: Stakeholder Manager
Peter Kwele (Head of Marketing and Communications) Tlhompho Mokoena (Marketing Manager)
Lerato Mokopanele (Marketing Coordinator) Trusty Ndimande (Events Manager) and Naomi Mokhele (Communications Manager)
Sthamdiwe Shabangu and Trusty Ndimande
Trusty Ndimande (Events Manager) and Carla Dias (Events Coordinator)
Thandeka Zwana ( Fiction Manager), Zama Mkosi (CEO), Trusty Ndimande (Events Manager), Carla Dias (Events Coordinator)
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