Blackline Pictures

Blackline Pictures Film Production

03/06/2026

Long before South Africa existed as a nation, the southern tip of Africa was home to many different worlds.Across the Cape, Khoisan communities lived in harm...

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01/06/2026

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**Cynthia Erivo cast as Miriam Makeba — but at what cost to local voices?**The casting of Cynthia Erivo as Miriam Makeba...
25/04/2026

**Cynthia Erivo cast as Miriam Makeba — but at what cost to local voices?**

The casting of Cynthia Erivo as Miriam Makeba has sparked debate across South Africa. While Erivo is undeniably talented, many question why local artists are overlooked when it comes to telling deeply African stories.

Figures like Zonke Dikana represent the kind of authentic voice and cultural connection that could truly honor Makeba’s legacy.

This isn’t new — we saw similar concerns when Jennifer Hudson portrayed Winnie Mandela, with critics noting a lack of cultural nuance.

The bigger question remains:
**Why are African stories so often told by outsiders, while local talent is overlooked?**

It’s time for African voices to lead African narratives.

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