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4 powerful SA films to be showcased at the Toronto International Film Festival

Cape Town - South Africa's AAA Entertainment is embarking on a trip to the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in Canada to represent, promote and showcase the best of South African films. 

"During the festival we will showcase South African films that have received rave reviews globally, as well as made history at the South African cinema. In addition, two of the films will be enjoying their debut screenings at the festivals market," says Mayenzeke Baza AAA Entertainment Head of Sales.

Baza added that they will also be looking for distribution opportunities and buyers in addition to promoting the continent's film and television offerings.

Here are the four powerful South African films that the entertainment company will be bringing to TIFF.
 
1. Hatchet Hour was directed by Judy Naidoo and will be seeking distribution and buyers at the festival. 

The film is a dark thriller about a case of mistaken identity that leads to murder. 

Here’s the trailer:

2. Pop Lock n Roll was directed by Ziggy Hofmeyr.

It is South Africa's first ever hip hop and break-dance film.

Here’s the trailer:  

3. Happiness is a Four Letter Word was directed by Thabang Muleya.

The film made history at the South African box office becoming the second highest grossing domestic film of the year. 

Here’s the trailer: 

4. Mrs. Right Guy was directed by Adze Ugah.

The film stars loads of local celebs and has a fun uplifting storyline.

Here’s the trailer: 


The Toronto International Film Festival is being held from Thursday 8 until Sunday 18 September, 2016.

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