Movie

Banned

(en)

2024

1h20m

Banned

Documentary

Overview: "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.

Status: Released

Release date: September 12, 2024

Countries of origin: South Africa,

Production companies
  • Trial by Media
  • The National Film and Video Foundation of South Africa
  • Gauteng Film Commision

Top Cast

Gcina Mhlophe

Gcina Mhlophe

as Self

Abigail Kubeka

Abigail Kubeka

as Self

Sol Rachilo

Sol Rachilo

as Self

Mbongeni Ngema

Mbongeni Ngema

as Self

Malcolm Purkey

Malcolm Purkey

as Self

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