go at a brisk pace to get
to know as many places
as possible," reports
Schulmeyer. "Every part
of the trip was so well
organized by Azania
Muendane and her team
from Locations Africa, all
doors swung open! In the
middle of the tour, we had
the opportunity to listen
in on the Durban FilmMart
and meet more film people
from around the world,
see competition films and
attend panel events."
Says Hurvitz, "From
the bustling streets of
downtown Durban to the
white sandy beaches of
Mauritius, and everything
in between, we left no
stone undocumented. We
saw one-of-kind locations,
untouched nature and even
managed to squeeze in a
local film, thanks to the
Durban FilmMart.
"From vineyards to lions,
historic to modern, we saw
firsthand just what kind of
diversity South Africa has
to offer. Guided by local
film professionals who
face similar tasks around
the world, we immediately
felt a kinship that can
only come from a shared
experience."
Enthuses Rafferty, "It
was a true masterclass!
When you are with best-in-
class colleagues from all
over the world, you begin
comparing instincts and
shooting styles. You are
trying like hell to capture a
picture while admiring your
colleague who is doing the
same, and in the process,
you elevate your game.
You inspire each other
and learn from each other.
There's nothing like it."
Nick Rafferty/LMGI, Camps Bay Beach, Cape Town, South Africa
Aaron Hurvitz/LMGI, Mauritius
Sabine Schulmeyer/LMGI, Durban Central, South Africa
