SA Film Chronicles

Episode 36: BLOOD LEGACY - Cast Interview | Xolile Tshabalala, Buyile Mdladla, Mike Ndlangamandla & Bonga Dlamini

Blood Legacy Cast Interviews with XOLILE TSHABALALA as Khanyi Adesina , BUYILE MDLADLA as Mandla Ndlovu, BONGA DLAMINI as Dumisani Khumalo & MIKE NDLANGAMANDLA as Siya Ndlovu. About Blood LegacyThe CEO of Spear Industries is found dead in the sugarcane fields of KwaZulu-Natal, sparking a fierce battle among his children for the control of the multibillion-rand corporation. This gripping new drama series, Blood Legacy, is set to debut exclusively on Netflix on 20 September 2024. Siblings Khanyi Adesina (Xolile Tshabalala), Mandla Ndlovu (Buyile Mdladla), and Siya Ndlovu (Mike Ndlangamandla) are locked in a war that extends far beyond the boardroom: Legacies are on the line, and betrayal lurks at every turn. This high-stakes 20-episode drama plunges into a world where corruption, greed, and power collide, pushing the siblings to confront the limits of loyalty. Blood Legacy is a remake of the Mexican series Monarca and the latest offering from South African production powerhouse Gambit Films (the producers behind the successful series Blood and Water, Unseen).

Episode 35: LAYLA SWART - Female Film Trailblazers

If there were a list of pioneering women in South Africa's television and film industry who have significantly shaped the landscape, Layla Swart’s name would undoubtedly stand out. Hailing from Cape Town, she has made an incredible mark as one of the top Producers and Editors on the African Continent. Layla Swart is decorated with remarkable achievements, including her pivotal role in Producing & Editing critically acclaimed projects such as Sew the Winter to My Skin, The Queenstown Kings, You're My Favourite Place, Blood Psalms, Gereza and the award-winning feature film Knuckle City, which was South Africa’s official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 92nd Academy Awards. As the founder of Yellowbone Entertainment, she has created a platform that champions diverse voices and stories, particularly those that reflect the richness of South Africa’s cultural landscape. Her company is dedicated to producing content that challenges societal norms and pushes the boundaries of traditional storytelling. This Womans Month, Layla Swart opens up about her experiences in the industry, offering insights that will inspire and guide the next generation of filmmakers. Her story is one of resilience, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, making her a true trailblazer in the South African entertainment industry. #FemaleFilmTrailblazers

Episode 34: LOBOLA MAN - Cast Interview | Lawrence Maleka, Kwanele Mthethwa, Nimrod Nkosi & Sandile Mahlangu

Lobola Man Netflix Cast Interview with LAWRENCE MALEKA as Ace Ngubeni, KWANELE MTHETHWA as Zandile Zungu, NIMROD NKOSI as Mr Zungu and SANDILE MAHLANGU as Duke, speak with SA Film Chronicles Host & Founder, EDDIE RAMOHLALE. Synopsis Ace Ngubeni is a smooth-talking, self-centered love-cynic, and self-proclaimed Lobola (bride price) negotiator who offers professional services to grooms and their families in negotiating Lobola. When an introverted potential client (Duke Maseko) offers Ace a potentially good payout to negotiate an unattainable deal on his future wife, Ace decides to take the job. When he meets Duke’s fiancé, Ace realizes the job will be larger than he imagined, possibly jeopardizing his big payday. #LobolaMan

Episode 33: Eddie Ramohlale - Founder of SAFC | Interview on VOW FM

In this episode , our Founder and Director of SA Film Chronicles , Eddie Ramohlale joins the VOW FM Breakfast Show for an Interview about SAFC , Local Films and Series , The Entertainment Industry and what we can look forward to from SA Film Chronicles.

Episode 32: HEART OF THE HUNTER - Interview with Masasa Mbangeni, Milan Murray & Nicole Fortuin

Heart of The Hunter Netflix Interview with MASASA MBANGENI as Malime Mambi , MILAN MURRAY as Beth Manning and NICOLE FORTUIN as Naledi Gumede speak with SA Film Chronicles Host & Founder, EDDIE RAMOHLALE. Heart of the Hunter follows Zuko Khumalo (Bonko Khoza), an unassuming family man with a complicated history who works at the local auto shop. When his past unexpectedly comes calling, he embarks on one final mission. The stakes could not be higher as he fights for not only his country's democracy but his family's too. This fast-paced, hair-raising thriller features an incredible constellation of South African stars, including Connie Ferguson, Masasa Mbangeni, Tim Theron, Deon Coetzee, Peter Butler, Sisanda Henna, and Connie Chiume. The film is directed by the critically acclaimed Mandla Dube and adapted from the book Heart of the Hunter, written by beloved South African author Deon Meyer. Meyer also serves as co-writer and executive producer on the film. #HeartofTheHunter