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ZIMBABWE’s first high definition soapie titled Wenera is set to hit local television screens in September.
The soapie, which began shooting early this year, was created by renowned filmmaker Edmore Ndlovu, director of The Sores of Emmanuel.
According to the synopsis of the soapie, it focuses on the business world hinging on Wenera Diamond Company which is run by one family that ends up mixing business and personal affairs.
Ndlovu said Wenera was a brand which was going to maintain the standards he had set.
“I am working with some of the reputable directors and filmmakers such as Joe Njagu and Rufaro Kaseke. I hope the soap will put the cast and film industry at large in the international limelight.”
Ndlovu said he was working on a tight budget but would ensure they come up with a quality product.
“For now we are working with the little that we have. Film is my passion and I am happy that the actors I am working with also share the passion, which is a prerequisite in the industry,” he said.
Commenting on the local film industry, Ndlovu said a lot of work still needed to be done.
“We still have a long way to go but we will get there. As I always say to my team, we have the talent, but what we lack are the opportunities.”
Brand manager and marketing officer of Wenera, Donald Nyatsambo, said the soap was the first to be shot using high definition cameras in the country.
“We are ready to compete with both regional and international soaps. We have high quality cameras in the range of equipment used for international productions,” he said.
Nyatsambo said the soap would promote Zimbabwe’s cultural heritage and would have subtitles in English wherever Shona and Ndebele are used.
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