The documentary is divided into three categories.
The story of South Africa's beloved Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has been nominated for this year's South African Film and Television Awards (Saftas18).
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency under the Ministry of Sports, Arts and Culture, announced the long list of nominees for this year's Safta Awards on Thursday morning.
A visual sequel to Kolisi's autobiography is due for release in 2023 rise, The documentary was nominated in three categories: Best Documentary Feature, Best Editing (Documentary) and Best Sound Documentary.
The documentary's music was composed by Ebenhezer Smar (Heather) and Mandisi Diantis, a musician also from Guébera.
Produced by Super Sports, Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story The documentary was organised by Roc Nation Sports International and Kolisi said about the documentary that he wanted to be as “real” as possible in telling his story in the way he did.
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An ode to the women in his life
The title of the documentary doubles as a message to encourage others to “rise up” from any situation or difficulty, but most importantly, the title is also the English meaning of Kolisi's mother's name, Pakama, and Kolisi pays tribute to his mother through the message of this documentary.
“I've been surrounded by strong women who have played very important roles in my life,” Kolisi said in an interview.
“That’s actually the story of my life: I was raised by my grandmother, then my aunt looked after me, and then I had a relationship with my mother near the end of her life.
“My wife Rachel has also been a pillar of our family. At times when I don't believe in myself, when the world attacks me, when people say I'm a quota or just a political leader, I reach a place where people don't see.
“I've reached a dark place where I've started to question everything, who I am and what I believe in, but she's always been that voice telling me, 'You are enough. You are good enough. You are here for a reason.' I don't think I would be where I am today without her.”
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SA Television Celebration
This year's Saftas introduced five new categories, including Best Visual Effects (VFX) for Television or Film and Original Song for a Telenovela.
The top production company this year is Tshedza Pictures, with 29 nominations. Outlaw and river Each was nominated in 11 categories. Gukeberha: Empire It received three nominations, to name a few.
There was a large number of submissions in the animation category and the Safta Awards were able to recognise excellence in this field, demonstrating the growth of the animation industry in South Africa.
Burnt Onion Productions (Burnt Onion) received 22 nominations for projects such as: Miseducation With 10 nominations, Intertwined In addition to its three nominations, Burnt Onion shared five of its nominations with telenovela Cerity Films. redemption.
Creators Shaka IlembeBomb Shelter Film Company received 20 nominations, 17 of which were awards. Shaka IlembeThese include Nomzamo Mbatha for Best Actress in a Television Drama and Wiseman Mncube and Senzokhhele Radebe for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Drama.
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