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South Africa’s Cannes Predictions 2019

iDidTht.com asked some of our fearless industry leaders to channel their inner-psychics to select the work that they predict will win in Cannes this year. We’re incredibly thankful and in awe of the great people that lent us their experience, knowledge and sexy eyes (♫Ooh ooh aah aah sexy eyes ♫). A massive thank you to our judges; Devin Kennedy, Kabelo Moshapalo, Molefi Thulo, Steph Van Niekerk, and Suhana Gordhan, and of course our partners, Ster-Kinekor Sales, for enabling us to bring you the Big #SAatCannes Picture!

iDidTht & Ster-Kinekor Partner to bring you #SAatCannes Live 2019

iDidTht, in partnership with the Big Screen team at Ster-Kinekor, is proud to announce that we’ll be bringing you all the South African news LIVE from The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2019. Check out what's in store over the next few weeks, everything you need to know about the fest and where you can follow all the rosé-fuelled #SAatCannes action.

Anne in the Studio2019-06-13T09:27:46+02:00June 7th, 2019|Categories: Cannes Lions 2019|Tags: Cannes Lions 2019, Claudi Potter, Devin Kennedy, FCB Johannesburg, Fran Luckin, Grey Africa, Joe Public United, Kabelo Moshapalo, King James Group, M&C Saatchi Abel, Molefi Thulo, Neo Mashigo, Nikki Taylor-Garrett, Ogilvy Cape Town, Ogilvy Johannesburg, Ryan McManus, South Africa's Cannes Predictions, Steph van Niekerk, Ster-Kinekor Sales, Suhana Gordhan, TBWA\Hunt\Lascaris, Tseliso Rangaka, VML|

The Hey Papa LEGENDS hit international headlines for their work on the film ‘The Burial of Kojo’

When The New York Times calls a local film ‘a near-virtuoso work’, you call up the near-virtuosos responsible and get the inside scoop. The brothers behind the audio company, Hey Papa Legend, opened up about their work on their critically acclaimed film and shared a harrowing tale about a Woolies mini-fillet...

Anne in the Studio2019-05-31T10:38:12+02:00May 31st, 2019|Categories: Editorial, Hey Papa Legend Editorial|Tags: Hey Papa Legend, Myles McDonald, Ross McDonald|

Have you heard of Nico Nyoni? Content Director makes the move to shooting with agencies.

Director Nico Nyoni has worked on some of the toughest reality TV sets in the biz. After years of content directing with Let it Rain Films he’s now moving toward shooting content with agencies and we’ve never been more ready!

Anne in the Studio2019-05-24T11:44:04+02:00May 23rd, 2019|Categories: Editorial, Let It Rain Editorial|Tags: Let it Rain Films, Nico Nyoni|

Film Director Norman Maake returns to directing commercials, joining the team at Figment Films

After a triumphant time spent in the long-form game, Norman Maake returns to the world of commercials and we couldn’t be happier to see his always-smiling face. We touch on everything from joining the esteemed team at Figment Films, his celeb-fueled career highlights, the success of his recent feature film and what makes him the contemporary South African Director to keep your eyes on. There’s also a bit about Kwaito guys, yup, it’s everything you didn’t know you needed to know.

Anne in the Studio2019-05-10T08:55:57+02:00May 10th, 2019|Categories: Editorial, Figment Films Editorial|Tags: Figment Films, Norman Maake|

Gentlemen Films Lays Down Epic Challenge

Four Directors. Four short films. One "star".

Anne in the Studio2023-05-10T12:57:40+02:00May 2nd, 2019|Categories: Company Editorial, Editorial, Gentlemen Editorial|Tags: Gentlemen Films, Greg Rom, Jono Hall, Mark Middlewick, Travys Owen|

After three consecutive years winning ‘Ad of the Year’, 7Films celebrates work that means something

We caught up with Executive Producer Nina van Rensburg and Director Lourens van Rensburg from 7Films about creating work with meaning, the changes they’ve adapted to in the industry and we get to meet the latest sexy addition to their Director squad.

Anne in the Studio2019-04-18T10:41:40+02:00April 18th, 2019|Categories: 7Films Editorial, Editorial|Tags: 7Films|

Aadil Dhalech from Patriot Films gets real about how his journey as a mixed-raced misfit has shaped him as a Director.

Born to a Thai mother and an Indian father, Director Aadil Dhalech from Patriot Films, shares his beautiful personal story of finding his voice as a performance Director. For anyone who has ever gotten lost in those quiet ‘in-between’ spaces.

Anne in the Studio2019-04-17T14:16:01+02:00April 4th, 2019|Categories: Editorial, Patriot Editorial|Tags: Aadil Dhalech, Patriot|

Behind the Work of Directors Teboho Mahlatsi, Stephina Zwane and Justice Mukheli from Bomb Commercials

We Skype the talented trio, Directors Teboho Mahlatsi, Stephina Zwane and Justice Mukheli from Bomb Commercials, to catch up on some of their favourite spots they've created. Once we get past the buffering they hit us with some behind-the-scenes truth bombs you don't want to miss!

Anne in the Studio2019-03-22T12:01:09+02:00March 22nd, 2019|Categories: Bomb Commercials Editorial, Editorial|Tags: BOMB Commercials, Justice Mukheli, Stephina Zwane, Teboho Mahlatsi|

Welcome to 11 Mackay – Creativity, Collaboration, Fun

Left Post Production takes us behind the doors of 11 Mackay - a building in Blairgowrie that houses 12 Film, Media and Production companies all intent on creative collaboration in the name of fun💃Want a sexy space to manage your media, artists and client needs or just need a hot desk surrounded by some unpretentious industry creatives? Well good-looking, it’s your lucky day.

Anne in the Studio2019-03-15T11:21:51+02:00March 15th, 2019|Categories: Editorial, Left Editorial|Tags: Left Post Production|

So, Who Is Hungry Films

We get to know the team that went from a small garage in Emmarentia to producing over 42 projects in just a year. It’s everything you needed to know about the Hungry Films Directors and some things you really didn’t need to know, like what they would all order for their last meals… Cause hey, there’s no need to get hangry when Hungry Films is around.

Anne in the Studio2019-03-15T11:09:35+02:00March 15th, 2019|Categories: Editorial, Hungry Films Editorial|Tags: Hungry Films|

Pulling Back the Green Screen with Director and VFX Specialist Rob Malpage

WTF is VFX?! We meet with the Master of Illusion himself, Director and VFX specialist Rob Malpage from The Rudeboy Collective, who takes us on a revealing behind-the-scenes journey of visual effects, trickery, and craft. Find out how they did that.

Anne in the Studio2021-01-19T16:28:35+02:00February 28th, 2019|Categories: Editorial|Tags: Rob Malpage, The Rudeboy Collective|

Introducing Osu Creative Production – 100% Black Female Owned

Osu might have only recently opened their doors to the industry, but their goals are already fully fledged. If your agency is looking for integrated production solutions from a team passionate about creating culturally nuanced work and accelerating positive transformation in the industry, then step right up you sexy thing!

Anne in the Studio2019-02-22T11:08:54+02:00February 22nd, 2019|Categories: Editorial, Osu Editorial|Tags: OSU|

Produce Sound Relaunches as Creative Music and Audio Agency

One of the most well established sound studios in South Africa is relaunching as an Audio Agency. Advertising peeps, please put down your pitchforks and step away from the ledge, because turns out, this is all good news vibes for you!

Anne in the Studio2019-09-09T14:05:55+02:00February 15th, 2019|Categories: Editorial, Produce Sound|Tags: Produce Sound|

Director and Content Ninja Markstry Joins The Star Films Company

Director Markstry from The Star Films Company is living his best life surrounded by all things content. He spills on the thrill he gets from working with impossible deadlines, sticky budgets, small crews and combating countless obstacles on set. Masochist, master or a bit of both?

Anne in the Studio2019-02-07T10:45:35+02:00February 7th, 2019|Categories: Editorial, Star Films Editorial|Tags: Markstry, Star Films|

Director Travys Owen Joins Gentlemen Films and Remains Unapologetically Cool

Director Travys Owen has joined Gentlemen Films, but we couldn’t just let him quietly slide into one of the top production companies unnoticed. We got the scoop on Travys’s rich background in Design, Animation, and Photography which has enriched his unique perspective and colourful aesthetic. Travys is now ready to unleash his bold style onto the industry, so get ready for lift-off gang.

Anne in the Studio2019-02-01T10:18:28+02:00February 1st, 2019|Categories: Company Editorial, Editorial, Gentlemen Editorial|Tags: Gentlemen Films, Travys Owen|

Epidemic Sound Launches in South Africa. Royalty Free Music Re-Imagined.

A new way of sourcing and purchasing music (or sound effects) for your ads or content has hit South African shores. We talk to Jeremy de Tolly and Arnold Vermaak, the guys behind Epidemic Sound South Africa, about how the reimagined sound library will affect the local market and more importantly, save you Rands.

Anne in the Studio2019-01-25T10:26:41+02:00January 25th, 2019|Categories: Editorial|Tags: Arnold Vermaak, Epidemic Sound, Jeremy de Tolly, We Love Jam|

Face-to-Face with Director Lee Doig

Going to meet with Lee Doig from Let it Rain Films, we thought we knew what we were in for. We were never ready! This Emmy Award winning Director had us shocked, surprised and scrape-your-jaw-off-the-floor-excited about his journey through the industry. Buckle up.

Anne in the Studio2019-01-27T18:14:35+02:00January 25th, 2019|Categories: Editorial, Let It Rain Editorial|Tags: Lee Doig, Let it Rain Films|

Robot Signs Local and International Directors for South African Market

Robot announces that their high-octane no-sleep production company is expanding by signing three local and three international Directors - all challenging the traditional way of directing and all available for your booking (and budget) pleasure.

Anne in the Studio2020-06-26T13:30:52+02:00January 14th, 2019|Categories: Editorial, Robot Editorial|Tags: Liam Johnson, Robin Hook, Robot|

Music Video Director Turned Commercials Director Adriaan Louw Joins Giant Films

Director Adriaan Louw has been at the forefront of capturing the identity of youth culture in Africa. His obsession with documenting an authentically cool African youth narrative and sharing it with the rest of the world has now lead him to move from being a kickass music and content director to joining the big guns at Giant Films to take on the world of commercials directing. We got the, wait for it… Louw-down😎

Anne in the Studio2018-11-16T13:03:06+02:00November 16th, 2018|Categories: Editorial, Giant Films Editorial|Tags: Adriaan Louw, Giant Films|

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