In This Girl's Mind

Ever heard the term "Sex Sells"? I'm sure you have but what does it mean and how much does it cost? Let's explore that together! Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

Since we're speaking about Intimacy Scenes this seasons, ever wondered how they come about? Well that's exactly what we're discussing in this episode! I have an interest in intimacy coordination and hope to become one if the future! So if you have any questions, thoughts or comments, definitely share them with us!! Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

Disclaimer: this episode entails discussions about simulated sexual intimacy in film & television. Listener's discretion is advised. Whew! Season 3 Summer is starting off with a bang! Today's topic is probably the most anticipated given the current landscape in our local industry of intimacy scenes attacking us from all angles! But where did it all start and where did it all go wrong? Let's ex...

Summer Festive is upon us and we're bringing the heat in our newest season! Stay tuned to ITGM, share the #Season3Summer and let us know where in the world you're tuning in from! Enjoy the festive season with us! Episode 1 comes out this Friday -- You DON'T want to miss out! Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

Too often I hear us filmmakers, and audiences, speaking about the importance of telling authentic local stories but a lot of them are similar. So I raise the question: what exactly is a South African story and why do we tell the same type? Let's explore it together :) Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

Today I'm sharing a topic that's been on my mind for quite a while. Having worked on my busiest set yet a few months back, I realised how quickly actors (and other crew members) can be mistreated and I then saw an even bigger need for healthy work environments. Have you ever experienced this? Share your story! Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

*Heavy sigh* I know I'm not the only one who gets drained at the mere thought of storylines being dragged. It's technically a rite of passage for South African telenovelas to drag storylines but why does it happen? Let's break it down together! Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

Who would've thought that the greatest plot twist of all time...is not so great anymore? Today I discuss how the "Evil Wins" trope has been played out too many times in South African film and television as a plot twist. I also discuss how it came to be, why it used to work and how "less is more" by going back to the basics. I explore this trope by discussing the Xhosa Romance-Tragedy "1802: Love D...

Hello beautiful people! I am so excited to finally share Season 2 with you all -- it is coming sooner than you think! Catch up on all of Season 1's episodes and share the podcast with everyone you know! See you soon <3 Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

To adapt...or not to adapt? That is the question. Let's discuss where filmmakers go wrong when adapting novels to films. Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

"The DNA test determines that you...are NOT the father!". Lol!! Today I just had to vent, I feel as though we've connected enough to open up to each other -- don't you think so? HAHA! Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

"Where is the love, the love , the looooooove?" . On today's episode we analyse the trope of struggle love depicted by on-screen couples in Drama productions. As well as exploring their potential as stand-alone narratives. Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

To be a Drama, or to not be a Drama? That is the question. On this episode we debunk the chokehold Drama soapies, series and telenovela's have on South African broadcasters and audiences. Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

Sharing my love for local (South African) content and debunking why it is underrated. Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!

Hello there! My name is Aphiwe Mdluli, aspiring filmmaker and critic currently studying my Bachelors in Motion Picture Medium. I am so excited to finally share and explore what goes on In This Girl's Mind with film and storytelling. Coming very soon! Stay tuned :) Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @athaya.productions @aphiwe.mdlulii !!