How A Tribe Called Story Seeks To Provide Opportunities To Young Filmmakers
How A Tribe Called Story Seeks To Provide Opportunities To Young Filmmakers. A Tribe Called Story is a production company started by three young filmmakers: Aluta Qupa, Mbalizethu Zulu and Thembalethu Mfebe.
The trio aims to create content for and about young South Africans by telling stories of their generation. So far they have produced three commissioned movies for prime-time broadcast on Mzansi Magic: Moratuwa, Umqhele and Unkosikazi Wokuqala, Uthando Lwethu, Isipho Sothando, Mama and Isikhundla, all of which were well-received by audiences.
They believe the depth and quality of their work rivals that of far more experienced and better-resourced filmmakers, and that their skills coupled with their grit, passion and impact will lead to major success. To pay forward the opportunities, they hire young filmmakers to work on their projects, rather than use the industry’s old hands.
Themba is a television and film director and writer who holds an Honours Degree in Film and Television Drama. Although largely focused on directing and writing, Themba is equally proficient in-camera and post production work. Mbali is a television and film writer who holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Audio visual Communication from the University of Johannesburg. Aluta is a television and film producer who is responsible for the producing in the business and is equipped with strong planning and organisational skills. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree from The South African School of Motion Picture Medium and Live Performance.
