The streaming giant and local filmmakers are reshaping festive storytelling with relatable, binge-worthy South African stories
African wildlife policy must be led by African scientists and communities, not curated for private facilities an ocean away
With an all-star cast, the seven-part Netflix series unpacks fame, fraud and female empowerment in the modern African cityscape
Netflix’s Beauty and the Bester retells a scandal already splashed across headlines — but does it add insight or merely feed obsession?
South Africa’s Boldest Young Storytellers and Talent Find a Home on Netflix As the Mail & Guardian unveils the 2025 edition of its iconic 200 Young South Africans list, with Netflix returningto support the Film and Media category, the spotlight intensifies on a generation boldly redefining what’s possible, united by a powerful shared mission of championing […]
From screen to plate … this restaurant brings Italy to the heart of Johannesburg
The cast is great, the cinematography is excellent and the themes universal
A family feud reignites but love complicates the battle in this sharp comedy about pride and parenting.
Series captures the complexity of grief, family and rediscovery through love
A new film franchise explores modern love but fumbles the chemistry and connection
Biopic about the township entrepreneur weaves humour with inspiration
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The global streaming giant’s strategy has been to offer a blend of local and global entertainment
Although offering thrills and glam, Blood Legacy, based on a Mexican series, tells us we need more original African content from the global streamer
We speak to Uveka Rangappa about her first role as local stories queue up for film and TV awards
The new movie has its merits but it isn’t a patch on the highly acclaimed first one
South Africa’s youth take centre stage in film boom
Three home-grown productions for you to catch on big and small screens
Film depicts the quest of black men to be present fathers and fight for love when threats emerge
The film, which is in the top 10 on Netflix, shows what can be achieved on a small budget
