Slate

Developing internationally positioned feature films across music, culture and global storytelling.

A new slate of distinctive films connecting Africa, the UK and the United States.

From African rhythm to global sound.

Dud Diamonds

Logline

A gifted young singer risks everything to secure a future with the woman he loves, as a journey from rural South Africa to New York reveals how African rhythm shaped global music.

Short Synopsis

Mandla and Nandi are young performers with dreams beyond their village. When love demands a dowry he cannot afford, Mandla turns to a risky plan involving an abandoned diamond mine.

As their journey unfolds from South Africa to New York, their music evolves — revealing a deeper story about ambition, culture, and the global influence of African sound.

Key Elements

  • Music-driven narrative
  • South Africa → New York setting
  • Global cultural theme
  • Commercial and festival potential

Director

Darrell Roodt

Status

Development / Packaging

Robbers Paradox

Logline

Two brothers from the same family commit very different crimes — one in the City, one on the street — exposing a justice system that punishes them unequally.

Short Synopsis

As a financial scandal unfolds in London, an investigative journalist uncovers a deeper truth about power, privilege and accountability — and the divide between corporate crime and street justice.

Tone

  • Crime / Drama
  • London-based
  • Character-driven

Director

Sacha Bennett

Status

Development

Why Our Projects

International stories with cross-market appeal
Music-driven and culturally distinctive content
Scalable slate model
Designed for global distribution and streaming platforms