STORY
"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.
CAST & CREW
- Gcina Mhlophe
- Abigail Kubeka
- Sol Rachilo
- Mbongeni Ngema
- Malcolm Purkey
Cast
- Vusi Africa
Director
INFORMATION
- Trial by Media
- The National Film and Video Foundation of South Africa
- Gauteng Film Commision
Production Companies
- South Africa
Production Countries
LANGUAGES
- English