Aliens, Acting and Tourist Traps

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26.02.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff sits down with actor, producer, and writer Justin Strydom for an in-depth chat about the biggest challenges facing actors in South Africa, behind-the-scenes secrets from District 9, and the reality of the local film industry. Plus, Janine Abrahams joins the conversation to shed light on one of the key departments at Tourist Travel

26 Feb 2AM English Explicit South Africa Society & Culture · News

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