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24 Frames

8 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -

Films motivate us to imagine. They capture and reflect the meaningful elements of human existence; death, love, friendship, pain, achievement. This podcast looks at the important role that film and the film industry plays on the Great Continent, Africa.

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Episodes

The End - Ep 8

February 03, 2021 00:29 - 30 minutes - 28.7 MB

One final conversation to close a great first season of the podcast. In this episode we discuss the value of short films in African film-making, as well as highlight a few themes we covered throughout the season. Follow @24framespodcast on Instagram. This is a PieSlovakiaDance original podcast series. Research and writing, Ntate Phakela and Reatile Mosoeu.

SABC 5 -Ep 7

January 26, 2021 22:44 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

‘The people of Africa are crying for unity’ – Kwame Nkrumah, speech given at the founding of the OAU, Addis Ababa, 24 May 1963. This episode discusses a unifying idea for film industries across the Great Continent, Africa. The hosts also discuss key themes from a Nigerian film distributed on Netflix called Lion Heart. Follow @24framespodcast on Instagram. This is PieSlovakiaDance original podcast series. Research and writing, Ntate Phakela and Reatile Mosoeu.

Ganda Abdi - Ep 6

January 19, 2021 18:25 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MB

This episode discusses the tension for every creative between feeling inspired to create and being pragmatic about creating. We look at the film, Running Against the Wind, and talk through its main themes. Lastly, we share ideas for African cinema. 24 Frames is a PieSlovakiaDance original podcast series. Research and writing, Ntate Phakela and Reatile Mosoeu. Follow @24framespodcast on Instagram for all the latest content.

That's Funny - Ep 5

January 12, 2021 13:24 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

When it comes to the genres of horror, action and fantasy people will have their preferences. But, comedy is universal. In this episode we talk about South African comedy movies and the biggest challenge of the genre and industry across the continent. We look at a film by Beyond Black Productions called Abogogo Be Stokvel and discuss how a simple story can carry value and meaning for audiences. 24 Frames is a PieSlovakiaDance original podcast series. Research and writing, Ntate Phakela and...

Green Screen - Ep 4

January 04, 2021 22:21 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

In this episode, we cover a film and a group of film makers who have contributed positively to the CGI film library. We talk about the role of Computer-Generated Images (CGI) in storytelling on the continent and present a case for greater interest and investment in the sector to improve CGI in African film-making. Check out Critics Company on YouTube and show them support by watching their content and leaving a like. This is a PieSlovakiaDance original podcast series. Research and writing,...

No Camera - Ep 3

December 29, 2020 20:33 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

'No camera', 'no green screen', 'no funds' - these are some of the stories many of us tell ourselves about why we aren't telling our stories. This episode starts the conversation about what it means to be a film-maker in Africa. From Uganda, to Nigeria, to South Africa to the States, we look at stories of triumphant film-makers who recognise excuses as a waste of time.  Special mention to Danny Gevirtz , the creator of Odeke short film available on YouTube.  24 Frames is PieSlovakiaDance or...

Big Fish - Ep 2

December 21, 2020 10:42 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

In this episode we discuss the sci-fi short film, "Jonah" by Kibwe Tavares. The film explores the effects of excessive tourism in Zanzibar. We discuss the themes of the film and our thoughts on the relationship between cinema and tourism in Africa. 24 Frames is a PieSlovakiaDance original podcast series. Research and writing, Ntate Phakela and Reatile Mosoeu. Produced and brought to you by PieSlovakiaDance.

Black Girl - Ep 1

December 09, 2020 20:06 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MB

This introductory episode of 24 Frames opens up the conversation about the African film industry, setting the tone for the podcast's very  first season. We take a look at a film by Ousmane Sembene, Black Girl, as well as share ideas for the progression of the African continent's film industry. 24 Frames is a PieSlovakiaDance original podcast series. Research and writing by Ntate Phakela and Reatile Mosoeu. 24 Frames is produced and brought to you by PieSlovakiaDance.