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202480 minPGdocumentary

Banned

202480 minPGdocumentary

A 1971 South African film featuring an all-black cast faced censorship just two years after its release in 1973.

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A 1971 South African film featuring an all-black cast faced censorship just two years after its release in 1973.

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Naledi Bogacwidirector

Naledi Bogacwiwriter

Gcina Mhlophe

Gcina Mhlophecast

Abigail Kubekacast

Sol Rachilocast

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Abigail Kubeka and Sol Rachilo, cast members of "Joe Bullet," discuss the 1971 South African film that featured an all-black cast. Released in 1973, the film faced censorship and was banned soon after. Producer Tony Van Der Merwe and filmmaker Kevin Harris share insights into the film's history. Director Naledi Bogacwi presents interviews that reveal the struggles surrounding its release and the impact on South African cinema. "Banned" runs for 80 minutes.

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