Come see the bioscope
Originally released in 1994. Come see the bioscope is a history film. directed by Lance Gewer. At just 26 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ernest Ndhlovu, Simanga Nhlapo, and Deborah Ramokagdi
Synopsis
Sol Plaatje was a politician, novelist, historian, musician, translator of Shakespeare into vernacular language, and founder member of what was to become the African National Congress. In 1924, a visionary South African, Sol Plaatje, set out to bring the wonders of cinema to the community. Brandishing a few educational 16mm films under his arm, Plaatje arrives in a dusty, Blacks-only township in the Western Transvaal. He is looking for a venue which can be set up as a bioscope. Things do not seem promising, but Plaatje is first befriended by a helpful young boy. And then, despite prevailing apartheid obstacles, a room is found. The township community is excited and set to be overawed by the new celluloid world about to unfold before them.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Come see the bioscope about?
Sol Plaatje was a politician, novelist, historian, musician, translator of Shakespeare into vernacular language, and founder member of what was to become the African National Congress. In 1924, a v...
Who directed Come see the bioscope?
Come see the bioscope was directed by Lance Gewer.
How long is Come see the bioscope?
Come see the bioscope has a runtime of 0 hours and 26 minutes (26 minutes total).
When was Come see the bioscope released?
Come see the bioscope was released on February 4, 1994 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Come see the bioscope?
The main cast of Come see the bioscope includes Ernest Ndhlovu, Simanga Nhlapo, Deborah Ramokagdi, Abdul Sadek.