In her documentary debut, Janaína Nagata uncovers an old 16mm reel that reveals the spectre of apartheid South Africa, featuring exotic safari animals and traditional ceremonies. Through a split-screen composition, Nagata uses modern technology to investigate the footage, identifying key figures like Hendrik Verwoerd. While the convergence of old and new technologies is compelling, the film’s narrow focus on visual clues limits its intellectual depth, resulting in an intriguing experiment in montage that lacks broader sociopolitical context.
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U.S. Visa Ban Adds to South Sudan’s Mounting Troubles
The Trump administration's decision to revoke visas for all South Sudanese passport holders adds to political and humanitarian challenges in the country, including escalating tensions between leaders and aid cuts. The visa ban, affecting relatively few travelers to the U.S., comes amid fears of civil war and instability as well as concerns about potential deportations and lack of accountability among South Sudanese leaders. Aid groups warn of worsening crises, with American assistance dwindling and services...
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