Come Back Africa (1959) - The Big Sound Film Festival

Monday, 9 November — Come Back Africa (1959) A clandestinely filmed portrait of life under apartheid, following a young Zulu migrant worker navigating Johannesburg’s mines, pass laws, and racial oppression. The film also contains snapshots of Sophiatown - including a memorable appearance by Miriam Makeba.Director: Lionel RogosinEvent Details:Venue: Bertha House Bioscope, MowbrayDates: Every Monday — 9, 16, 23, 30 November 2026Time: 6:15 PMAdmission: All screenings R40 to attend, tickets available via Quicket. Catering is provided.For media inquiries, partnerships, or more information, please contact:wordofmouthmusicweb@gmail.comFollow @wordofmouthonline.co.za and @surplusradicalbookshop on Instagram for updates.Presented by:Word of Mouth & Surplus Radical BookshopThe Big Sound Film Festival - South African Jazz and Resistance