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South African Directors and a history of South African film
Date Submitted: 03/04/2004 09:10:12
To fully understand the legacy of the great South African directors, it is necessary to consider the socio-political climate that has influenced the evolution of film in our country. The acknowledged directorial masters: Manie van Rensberg, Jans Rautenbach, Ross Devenish, Katinka Heyns and Darrell Roodt; were obliged to confront the numerous challenges and obstacles strewn in their path in order to achieve the fame they enjoy today. Before we examine their careers and works, let
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we should be inspired to create even greater motion picture masterpieces.
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1. Nowell-Smith, G. The Oxford History of World Cinema. Oxford University Press, 1996
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www.nfvf.co.za
www.dmoz.org
www.ntva.org.za
www.blackstar.co.uk
www.africafilmtv.com
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