I was listening to a different podcast altogether when I first heard about “Jules & James”. The premise is as simple as it is intriguing: following a call to a wrong number, two strangers begin a relationship. They reveal themselves through conversation and get closer and closer, all the time skirting around labelling their relationshipContinue reading “"Jules & James" – Eavesdropping on a couple has never been so much fun”
Category Archives: Reviews
[Review] When Dimple met Rishi
We are familiar with the loose structure of a romantic comedy: the meet-cute, a “big reveal” that strengthens the connection between the two characters, a moment that changes everything (and increases the momentum of the relationship), the breakdown that very nearly causes the end of the relationship, the Big Romantic Gesture ™ leading to theContinue reading “[Review] When Dimple met Rishi”
‘A Wrinkle In Time’ was… a trial
I remember how a few of us gathered around our colleague’s Mac to watch the trailer for A Wrinkle In Time. After hearing that Ava du Vernay was directing Oprah Winfrey, Mindy Kaling and Reese Witherspoon in the upcoming film, I had been very interested. As we waited for the video to load (shoutout toContinue reading “‘A Wrinkle In Time’ was… a trial”
"Finesse" is A Bop
It is 14:43 on a Monday afternoon, and I have just watched the “Finesse” video for the first time. I can’t believe it’s been 12 days since the song exploded onto our timelines, leaving us with fun gifs and a good dose of In Living Color nostalgia. How have I managed to steer clear ofContinue reading “"Finesse" is A Bop”
Serena.
The February Vogue US cover featuring Serena Williams and her daughter Olympia is just beautiful. It is a collector’s item, for sure. Also going into the memory bank forever is this fun video of Serena dancing to N.E.R.D and Rihanna song, “Lemon”: I love a good impromptu dance break, and the editing in this videoContinue reading “Serena.”
Insecure means so much to me
I love Insecure. I remember thinking “Yes, it’s finally happening!” when I heard that Issa Rae was going to have her own show on TV. That’s what everyone in the comments section of The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl wanted for her, and while I can’t give you the direct quote, I believe Issa wroteContinue reading “Insecure means so much to me”
[Opinion]: Whitney: Can I Be Me? – a moving portrait of the artist
Monday, 5 June: On Friday night, after seeing Whitney: Can I Be Me?, I came away feeling awe-stricken and a little disturbed. The film reminded me about the burden and responsibility that a talented woman carries on this earth. It showed all the nuance of Whitney Houston’s brilliance, and confirmed that everyone who has heardContinue reading “[Opinion]: Whitney: Can I Be Me? – a moving portrait of the artist”
The Love Machine: Sunday 7 Colours with Koeksista
Yesterday I attended The Love Machine, hosted by Ulungile Magubane, aka Koeksista, at the Mamasan Eatery in Melville. The afternoon promised Sunday lunch with a difference: 7 Colours infused with the flavours and influences of the world. As Koeksista put it in her invitation: “As a ‘third-culture-kid’, I spent my formative years cultivating tastes forContinue reading “The Love Machine: Sunday 7 Colours with Koeksista”
Isidingo continues to let women down
23 May – Viewers of Isidingo will know Nikiwe Sibeko as the CEO of Sibeko Gold and the long-suffering daughter of the ruthless Lincoln Sibeko. For the past few years, we have watched as Nikiwe came into her own as a businesswoman. While she worked to become the best at what she does, she hadContinue reading “Isidingo continues to let women down”
I’m so glad I met Sesi Madjozi!
This past weekend I attended Sho Madjozi’s birthday meet and greet at Mamasan Eateryin Melville. I was so glad to have the opportunity to meet and speak to Madjozi (and in our home language) because I am a big fan of the way she infuses her work – visuals, poetry, and now music – withContinue reading “I’m so glad I met Sesi Madjozi!”
Nkhensani Manabe 