Australia / May 28, 2025 / South African Film Festival
The Showerhead (2024)
Overall average
5.0/10
Plot
The Showerhead 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. A review of former President Jacob Zuma’s scandal-ridden ascent, reign, and ultimate ousting, via his cartoons which capture issues in the post-Mandela period – corruption, subversion of the Constitution and the rule of law, and threats to freedom of expression. The film considers freedom of expression in contemporary South Africa with reference to the boundaries tested in Zapiro’s cartoons and his resolute defiance of attempts to stifle his work and affirms his continuing relevance.
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Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | The Showerhead |
| Original language | EN |
| Status | Released |
| Release date | 27 luglio 2024 |
| Assistant directors | Craig Tanner |
Release dates
Premiere
Theatrical release
South Africa / Jul 27, 2024
New Zealand / May 28, 2025 / South African Film Festival
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