South African cinema is embracing stories that don't fit into one box

If there is one thing this month's line-up of South African films proves, it's that local cinema has stopped trying to be one thing. For years, South African films were often expected to carry the weight of history or social commentary. While the stories remain important, a new crop of releases suggests filmmakers are becoming more comfortable telling stories simply because they are compelling.

South African cinema is embracing stories that don't fit into one box

If there is one thing this month's line-up of South African films proves, it's that local cinema has stopped trying to be one thing. For years, South African films were often expected to carry the weight of history or social commentary. While the stories remain important, a new crop of releases suggests filmmakers are becoming more comfortable telling stories simply because they are compelling.

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