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Banned
Banned
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Banned

2024
1h 20m
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

2024

Runtime

1h 20m

Storyline

"Banned" uncovers the compelling story of "Joe Bullet," a groundbreaking 1971 South African action thriller. As the first film to feature an all-black African cast, it faced immediate censorship upon its 1973 release. This documentary delves into the film's tumultuous history, featuring interviews with surviving cast members Abigail Kubeka and Sol Rachilo, producer Tony Van Der Merwe, and banned filmmaker Kevin Harris.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 20m
Sep 12, 2024
Languages
English
Director
Naledi Bogacwi
Production
Trial by Media
Trial by Media
The National Film and Video Foundation of South Africa
The National Film and Video Foundation of South Africa
Gauteng Film Commision
Gauteng Film Commision
Production Countries
South Africa

Top Cast

7 Cast Members

Gcina Mhlophe

Gcina Mhlophe

Self

Abigail Kubeka

Self

Sol Rachilo

Self

Mbongeni Ngema

Mbongeni Ngema

Self

Malcolm Purkey

Self

Kgotso Nkhatho

Self

Mercy Pakela

Self

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