South Africa, July 2 -- After the drought of 2018 struck Cape Town, having lasting repercussions for the South African film service industry, the Black Coffee team went back to the drawing board, as a 'crisis' is just another word for 'opportunity'. They wantedto create something, not just impactful, but a reflection of South African creatives and a space to grow new creative voices.

In late 2019, director Shamiel "Soni-eyes" Soni brought his wealth of knowledge and experience to the table and lit a new fire in the team. Once the team was assembled, it was time to get some of the best emerging talent in South Africa and abroad. Using their collective force, these power-brewers now bring us Black Coffee Films.

We spoke to Amanda Dlamini ...