Netflix has unveiled a swathe of South African content including the first feature from Mandla Dube’s high-profile talent deal and a rom-com titled Soweto Love Story.
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As an editor for Netflix’s Queer Eye, Toni Ann Carabello says the work is very different from other reality series. “On a lot of other shows, you’re over-emphasizing the drama,” she says. “On Queer Eye, you’re really just playing up the best parts of what’s there… It just makes everyone leave smiling.”
Carabello was nominated for an Emmy for her work on Queer Eye episode “Speedy for Life”, which follows a young man looking to inspire others after a traumatic accident. “At the end of the day, [that episode] touched everybody with how it really made an impact on this kid’s life,” she says. “He was just a nice, sweet kid who seemed appreciative of everything and genuinely happy.”
DEADLINE: What are you looking for in the footage that you want to use in the final edit?
TONI ANN CARABELLO: Mostly just his personality. In an episode like this where it’s really a sad, tragic story, it’s important to find a balance. It’s this very sad thing, but here’s what he wants from his life, how he can move on and do something that he wanted to, like being an influencer or a motivational speaker. So, it’s always important to show the guy’s personalities, connecting with the person too, and then showing Speedy’s personality and little moments of humor or to get out of that constant sadness.
Speedy was very quiet initially, so he didn’t have too much to say, but I think they ultimately made him feel comfortable and really brought that out. The guys really did a good job of giving him confidence. So, it was about finding those moments of connection between them, which there was a lot. It’s also about finding a balance of humor, touching moments and showing what the person is really gaining from it. You have to really go on a journey with
Netflix has unveiled a swathe of South African content including the first feature from Mandla Dube’s high-profile talent deal and a rom-com titled Soweto Love Story.
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FIFA Women's World Cup, Aussies around the nation are quickly learning everything they can about their favourite players.Whether you're a die-hard fan of Captain Sam Kerr or a new fan of Mary Fowler, odds are that as the Matilda's gear up for a tense semi-final against England you're using your free time to learn everything (and anything) about our girls in Green and Gold. Watch Below: Matildas meet Cathy Freeman at World Cup training campOne player who has been unforgettable on the pitch this world cup is Alanna Kennedy.
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