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Wellmania (2023)
Amusing.
I was very exited to hear about Celeste Barber doing Wellmania. Her IG is incredibly amusing and means a lot for woman all over the world. She plays a character just as comfortable in her own skin as she is. Although it's a character that takes time to grow on you - I'd never tolerate someone like her in real life, but seeing that this isn't real life, her rudeness/ selfishness/ carelessness does allow for amusing situations. Mostly unpredictable - but let's face it, a lot of situations in life play out in a predictable anyway.
Barber a natural actor and does this character justice. Well done!
Semi-Soet (2012)
Bitter-soet
I'm not very much a fan of Afrikaans film as it is usually too painful to watch how hard the film-makers try to emulate Hollywood.
Unfortunately with Semi-soet this occurs once again. Especially with the directly translated or rather Anglicism cliché's here and there; if the writers of Semi-soet did their homework thoroughly this film could have been close to perfect.
This all said, Semi-soet is one of my go to films when I'm in the mood for something light hearted and I'm missing home, as it is fun and sweet with a delightful storyline.
I suppose it is also because of the rather wonderful and talented cast that plays their roles in a very convincing manner despite a sometimes corny dialogue.
The music was also very cleverly chosen and well suited to each scene.
Semi-soet is one of the better Afrikaans movies available. That is if you are looking for some easy entertainment.