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“Mother City”: An Eye-Opening Documentary Making International Impact

by Oliver Daniels
September 24, 2024

“Mother City” is a powerful documentary that explores urban politics and emotionally resonant human stories. It follows the sixyear activism journey of the “Reclaim the City” movement in Cape Town, South Africa, who fight to repurpose vacant stateowned buildings into homes for over 1,000 individuals. The film has gained international recognition, showcasing its global relevance and impact. The creators are committed to driving action on these pressing issues and embarking on a global tour to facilitate discussions and encourage engagement. “Mother City” is a rallying cry for social change, pushing the envelope of traditional storytelling to foster transformation.

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Curtain Raiser: Encounters 2024 Premieres ‘Mother City’ – A Tale of Urban Politics and Social Advocacy

by Aiden Abrahams
May 27, 2024

“Mother City” is a powerful documentary about the fight for social equality in Cape Town’s neglected spaces. The film follows the Reclaim the City initiative’s struggle over five years to transform these spaces into homes for the working class. The documentary captures their battles against influential political forces and property moguls and documents their journey to Barcelona, where they drew inspiration to counter Cape Town’s escalating housing problems. “Mother City” is set to make its global debut at the Sheffield Doc Fest in the UK in June, before its African premiere at Encounters 2024.

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