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Get ready to be transported into the Afro-Trap playground with "Banyana Ba Piitori." Calvin, the cinematic genius, takes you on a visual journey through the streets of Pretoria. Picture this: deep, dark blacks, shadows dancing to the beat, and Dlala012 as the intellectual playmaker, orchestrating a sophisticated lesson in rhythm. Loner ZA brings that relaxed irreverence, effortlessly gliding through verses, painting the screen with cool swagger. The black-and-white visuals, a bold choice, make every frame a canvas where the 012 comes alive. It's a symphony of culture, mad skills, and a celebration of the 012

  • Calvin Snaps
    Director
  • Loner Za
    Writer
  • Dlala012
    Writer
  • Loner ZA
    Producer
  • Dlala012
    Producer
  • Loner ZA
    Key Cast
    "self"
  • Dlala012
    Key Cast
    "self"
  • Loner ZA
    Music
  • Dlala012
    Music
  • MaximillianGroup Inc
    Distribution
  • Calvin Snaps
    Photography, Film Editing
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Bayana Ba Piitori
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Music Video, Short, Student, Web / New Media
  • Genres:
    Afro-trap, hip hop, african music, south african music, Pretoria music, Northern Sothos music
  • Runtime:
    4 minutes 37 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 18, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    2,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    South Africa
  • Country of Filming:
    South Africa
  • Language:
    Afrikaans
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Black & White
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of Pretoria
Distribution Information
  • MaximillianGroup / Afrobeats Africa
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: All Rights
Director - Calvin Snaps
Director Statement

Forget color, embrace the power of black and white. That's my game for 'Banyana Ba Piitori.' I'm Calvin Snaps, a film student with a biology degree and a passion for pushing boundaries. This video, it's more than just capturing Dlala012's beats and Loner ZA's flow; it's about painting Pretoria with light and shadow, showing the beauty in the everyday. It's not just a choice; it's a metaphor for the struggles and triumphs, the light and darkness that make Pretoria what it is. This video, it's a love letter to our city, an anthem for the youth, a celebration of Afro-Trap. Welcome to the 012, where we play hard, dream big, and show the world what it means to be Banyana Ba Piitori.