Festivalscope made it happen - a film that premiered recently in Locarno can be viewed in my sitting room. This film was even nominated for a Golden Leopard. I am really happy that I have seen this film, or rather docu-fiction.
Siyabonga is the name of the main character. He is very interesting in acting. When he hears that Mr. Magor has a casting for his new film, he embarks on an adventure to be a part of that film. There are, however, several obstacles on Siyabonga's way. First he needs to find a copy of the newspaper with the announcement. Then he needs to WiFi and somebody who can contact Mr. Magor in proper English. Next problem to find enough money to get there. A friend wwant to send him to a witch, whose spell might enhance his chances. At last Siyambongo reaches the instructor and he tells his story. Will the interview be a success.
Joshua Magor says, that the story of Siyambongo nade him drop his original project and make a film about yje castee. Siyambongo tells its story in long and well-composed takes. We meet normal people, living simple and normal lifes. We see lives far from the focus of world media, lives in the present - and a young man following his dream.
8/10
Siyabonga is the name of the main character. He is very interesting in acting. When he hears that Mr. Magor has a casting for his new film, he embarks on an adventure to be a part of that film. There are, however, several obstacles on Siyabonga's way. First he needs to find a copy of the newspaper with the announcement. Then he needs to WiFi and somebody who can contact Mr. Magor in proper English. Next problem to find enough money to get there. A friend wwant to send him to a witch, whose spell might enhance his chances. At last Siyambongo reaches the instructor and he tells his story. Will the interview be a success.
Joshua Magor says, that the story of Siyambongo nade him drop his original project and make a film about yje castee. Siyambongo tells its story in long and well-composed takes. We meet normal people, living simple and normal lifes. We see lives far from the focus of world media, lives in the present - and a young man following his dream.
8/10
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