In ‘Air,’ Michael Jordan’s silence speaks volumes about the marketing of black athletes
The film 'Air', which tells the story of Nike’s signing of Michael Jordan, isn’t actually about Michael Jordan at all. It’s ...
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Tag: cinema
How Alien mutated from a sci-fi horror film into a multimedia universe
A new life form was born on May 25 1979 when an alien exploded from the chest of a bewildered ...
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All the cinema (and sequels) we have to look forward to in 2023
Even if there are a handful of substantially original films slated for 2023, it’s difficult not to be snarky when ...
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South Africa has got talent… but foreign investment will help us attract film markets
The nominations and wins for South African productions are evidence of the long-term investment in talent both behind and in ...
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We shouldn’t underestimate the power of cultural products. They can change the world
Cultural products, such as films and TV series, are a staple leisure-time option around the world – and have been ...
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The Sopranos’ creator hates that ‘The Many Saints of Newark’ is premiering on HBO Max – but it’s the wave of the future
The trailer for The Many Saints of Newark features the song Money by The Flying Lizards. One lyric poignantly captures ...
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