How long is Banned (African Diaspora FF) (2024)?

Banned (African Diaspora FF) (2024) is 1 hr 20 min long.

What is Banned (African Diaspora FF) (2024) about?

"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. Narrated by cultural luminaries Dr. Gcina Mhlophe, Dr. Mbongeni Ngema, and Dr. Kgotso Nkhatho, "Banned" exposes the harsh realities of censorship during apartheid South Africa. Experience this powerful exploration of cinema history, followed by a rare screening of "Joe Bullet" itself at ADIFF.

Banned (African Diaspora FF) (2024)

Name: Banned (African Diaspora FF) (2024)
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2024-11-29
Duration: 80

NR 1 hr 20 min

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How long is Banned (African Diaspora FF) (2024)?: Banned (African Diaspora FF) (2024) is 1 hr 20 min long.

What is Banned (African Diaspora FF) (2024) about?: "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. Narrated by cultural luminaries Dr. Gcina Mhlophe, Dr. Mbongeni Ngema, and Dr. Kgotso Nkhatho, "Banned" exposes the harsh realities of censorship during apartheid South Africa. Experience this powerful exploration of cinema history, followed by a rare screening of "Joe Bullet" itself at ADIFF.