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The Showerhead

  • 101 mins
  • Doco
  • 2024
The Showerhead, directed by Craig Tanner, examines the work of cartoonist Zapiro from his period as an anti-apartheid struggle-artist to his enduring role as a progressive commentator and freedom-of-expression champion who has stood his ground against powerful politician Jacob Zuma. SAFF is delighted that Zapiro, aka Jonathan Shapiro, will be in Australia to support the film at select cinema screenings.

Director

Craig Tanner

Producer

Craig Tanner, Anant Singh

Screenwriter

Craig Tanner

Cast

Jonathan Shapiro

Awards

Closing Night Film – Durban International Film Festival

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