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Forever Home

Forever Home is a poignant short film that deals with themes of poverty and climate change, giving voice to those who would otherwise be unheard. The story highlights the struggle for stability and belonging and the challenges of benefiting from Africa’s rich resources.

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I Am This Water

I Am This Water delves into the contentious case of Liesbeek Leisure Property Trust (LLPT) versus the Khoisan people, centering on the construction dispute surrounding Amazon’s headquarters near Table Mountain’s base on Ingamorodi,! Khaes.

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Let’s Go To The Mines

Let’s Go To The Mines honours the men brutally killed in the Marikana Massacre in 2012. It powerfully highlights their lives and the danger and sacrifice of mining, leaving families and communities displaced when breadwinners do not make it out.

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Older Than Trees

Older Than Trees takes us on a captivating journey with James Leah as he strives to save declining shark populations threatened by overfishing for shark meat. Leah highlights the dangers of overfishing and the crucial role of legislation in conserving marine ecosystems.

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The Reclaimers

The Reclaimers showcases the lives of self-employed waste collectors in South Africa who collect recyclable goods and resell them. They were left stranded during Covid-19, unable to sell due to lockdown laws. The film highlights their relationship with businesses and consumers.

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