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Banned

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2024-09-12
1h 20m
English
Released
Trial by Media

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"Banned" uncovers the compelling story of "Joe Bullet," a groundbreaking 1971 South African action thriller. As the first film to feature an all-black African cast, it faced immediate censorship upon its 1973 release. This documentary delves into the film's tumultuous history, featuring interviews with surviving cast members Abigail Kubeka and Sol Rachilo, producer Tony Van Der Merwe, and banned filmmaker Kevin Harris.

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About Banned

"Banned" uncovers the compelling story of "Joe Bullet," a groundbreaking 1971 South African action thriller. As the first film to feature an all-black African cast, it faced immediate censorship upon its 1973 release. This documentary delves into the film's tumultuous history, featuring interviews with surviving cast members Abigail Kubeka and Sol Rachilo, producer Tony Van Der Merwe, and banned filmmaker Kevin Harris. Running 80 minutes.

Banned Cast and Characters

The cast features Gcina Mhlophe (as Self), Abigail Kubeka (as Self), Sol Rachilo (as Self), Mbongeni Ngema (as Self), and Malcolm Purkey (as Self). Their performances are a major reason Banned has built such a passionate audience.

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Banned flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is Banned?

Banned runs for 80 minutes (about 1.3 hour).

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Who is in the cast of Banned?

The main cast includes Gcina Mhlophe, Abigail Kubeka, Sol Rachilo, and Mbongeni Ngema, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Banned available in English?

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When was Banned released?

Banned was released in 2024.

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What is Banned about?

Banned is a Documentary English-language film. "Banned" uncovers the compelling story of "Joe Bullet," a groundbreaking 1971 South African action thriller. As the first film to feature an all-black African cast, it faced immediate censorship upon its 1973 release. This documentary delves into the film's tumultuous history, featuring interviews with surviving cast members Abigail Kubeka and Sol Rachilo, producer Tony Van Der Merwe, and banned filmmaker Kevin Harris.

When was Banned released?

Banned was released on September 12, 2024. It has a runtime of 1h 20m. The film was produced by Trial by Media.

Who stars in Banned?

Banned stars Gcina Mhlophe, Abigail Kubeka, Sol Rachilo and Mbongeni Ngema. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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