CLIENT FEEDBACK
KIM WOLHUTER, CNN INSIDE AFRICA
Love it – especially the part about the Lion King … It does such a good job of taking your mind off the current world – it definitely deserves more than 3 airings. Thanks again for all your hard work on this one … very much interested in hearing your new ideas and working with you on turning out more great shows.
ROBERT HOWELL
Senior Producer, CNN International
CLIMATE CHANGE DANCE, CNN INSIDE AFRICA
This is looking (and sounding great)! Really like how the story unfolds and explores the big topics of Climate Change while also taking us down to a local level to see how a production comes together. I actually watched it on the plane home yesterday. Editing was great and truly a godsend. Thanks to your help – our holiday programming went very smoothly.
ROBERT HOWELL
Senior Producer, CNN International
CNN AFRICAN VOICES
First off, thank you for all the work you all do on African Voices. We had some fantastic pieces in 2017 and I’m looking forward to what we’ll produce this year!
ADELINE CHEN
Producer, CNN International
THE DIGNITY OF DIFFERENCE, SABC 2
The show is really well done. It has very good pace. Love how you treated the cutaways with Seth. Very poignant.
YASHIKA SINGH
Head of Genre: SABC TV Religion
THE DIGNITY OF DIFFERENCE, SABC 2
Please note that we have been receiving some positive feedback on the series Dignity of Difference thus far. I know it was a long haul but we had to end the series well and you tied it up nicely … The script worked well esp the end. That is your forte for pretties and to make a good statement! … Thank you for all your hard work.
YASHIKA SINGH
Head of Genre: SABC TV Religion
KIM WOLHUTER, CNN INSIDE AFRICA
I’m really happy about this show and how it turned out. Ian, you and your crew produced some beautiful content here, and having a show like this on air right now is important. It’s unique, inspirational, and a welcome diversion to the news going on in the world right now.
TONY WHALEY
Editor CNN International
DYING BAOBABS, CNN INSIDE AFRICA
Excellent, as always. Glad you were able to make it work.
ROBERT HOWELL
Senior Producer CNN International
VULTURES, CNN INSIDE AFRICA
That is fantastic news. Thank you once again for being so adaptable and quick on the response … Turned out really nicely. Actually got to watch from home (I get CNNI in my house now). Very rewarding.
ROBERT HOWELL
Senior Producer CNN International
COMIC CON SOUTH AFRICA, CNN INSIDE AFRICA
It was a fun show to work on. I hope you enjoy it.
TONY WHALEY
Editor CNN International
JOURNEY TO THE CORE, SABC 3
It remains a joy and privilege to be a part of this cathartic series which extends a platform to some of the most lucid and gifted minds of our time. Journey to the Core seeks to speak to the spirit and soul of the country and in so doing, shares basic and necessary tools to help us all become more whole as members of the human family. It is my hope and intent as the formats Commissioning Editor to use this transformative and groundbreaking series to map out a transcendental path for our viewers to unlock barriers and discover a life of purpose and fulfillment that is promised to us all.
NHLANHLA HLONGWANE
Commissioning Editor SABC
NDLOVU CHOIR, CNN INSIDE AFRICA
Thank you again for all your hard work on this – it’s some of the best stuff we’ve ever done.
ROBERT HOWELL
Senior Producer CNN International
BASEBALL ITALY, CNN INSIDE AFRICA
Ian is producer in Joburg who has pulled this whole show together and will be distributing an updated script with all edit notes later today. He should also be our go to person to answer any immediate footage questions or timecode needs. Really appreciate you guys coordinating all of this. With two ‘pros’ swinging for the fences on this one – no doubt it will be a homerun… (couldn’t resist)
ROBERT HOWELL
Senior Producer CNN International
COMIC CON SOUTH AFRICA, CNN INSIDE AFRICA
This is a cool show. No changes from me. Just one comment: William Shatner is 88?!
JENNI WATTS
Supervising Producer CNN International
THE PLANT WHISPERER, SABC 2
What an absolutely beautiful way for me to start my day! An absolutely exquisite production from start to end. Peaceful, gracious and serenely told, just like Margaret appeared to be. The programme really depicts the Person of Margaret which comes out so strongly in the words of those who knew her and experienced life with her. As well as in the tranquillity and beauty of all the visuals. What more can I say? And I know this was a very special privilege and gift for you and Suniti to have already been contracted to make a programme about her, and so to produce it as your personal tribute to her. Your love and caring comes through. Thank you so much!
ROMA THOMPSON
Commissioning Editor : TV Religion
THE PLANT WHISPERER, SABC 2
Exquisite! What a beautiful film – a story so well told. A deeply moving tribute to the doyen of SA’s Herbal heritage. All in all, a wonderful film, a great tribute. Very emotional…. I can feel her as if she is here.
YASHIKA SINGH
Head of Genre: SABC TV Religion
PARTICIPANT AND VIEWER FEEDBACK
HYENAS AND KIM WOLHUTER
LOVED IT! Thank you for making hyenas look sooo good, AND us. Thank you!
KIM WOLHUTER
JACK COETZEE – CHEF
Missed yesterday’s airing but watched this mornings one. It’s brilliant. Thank you so much for the opportunity. It came out better than I could have imagined. What a pleasure working with you and Grant. Thank you again!!!
JACK COETZEE
JOURNEY TO THE CORE – CRAIG FOSTER
What an amazing concept. I thoroughly enjoyed the program on Tuesday this week…the first one I have seen. The topic really resonated with me in all ways.
LESLEY McKNIGHT
JOURNEY TO THE CORE – MBUYISELO BOTHA
Journey to the Core is doing a wonderful job for a country that is still in dire need of healing. I thank you from the bottom of my heart and I hope that people out there are sitting up to take notice of your marvelous efforts. Once again, I found watching last night so worthwhile. Vera Harvey
VERA HARVEY
HYENAS AND KIM WOLHUTER
A fantastic documentary… Amazing work on Sango… Really enjoyed the documentary Kim… Just watched it – fantastic Kim… Watched it, can’t believe these sooky Hyenas. Loved the programme
VIEWER FEEDBACK ON KIM’S FACEBOOK PAGE
THE LAZY MAKOTI
Good day Ian. I just wanted to thank you so much for the CNN feature. Just saw it last night and it was great. Much appreciated.
MOGAU SESHOANE
NDLOVU YOUTH CHOIR
The CNN insert on the choir was exquisite, thank you so much for sharing the story so beautifully. Please also pass on my most sincere thanks to Suniti.
RALF SCHMITT
Artistic Director, Ndlovu Youth Choir
JOURNEY TO THE CORE – TADDY BLECHER
I was deeply honoured and grateful to participate in this series, and Suniti, Chris, and Ian, at all times displayed the greatest levels of respect, sensitivity, and insight in making the documentary. I have personally been amazed at how many people must watch this series, based on all the calls and emails and sms coming in. Hopefully it will inspire many South Africans to go for their highest aspirations rooted to the deepest aspects of themselves, and fulfill our Divine purpose here on earth to create a better world, and to align human life with our infinite potential.
TADDY BLECHER
CHEPAPE – ARTIST
Thank you so much Ian for the work you’ve done. It was a great honor to work with you.
KHEHLA CHEPAPE MAKGATO
DEAF MARIMBA BAND
The programme is awesome… thank you for the exposure! But it was so short … once again thanks for the fabulous programme! I am extremely grateful to you and Suniti!
JOAN LITHGOW
JOURNEY TO THE CORE – CRAIG FOSTER
If all television followed the model of Journey to The Core our society would be greatly enriched. It’s a series that speaks to all parts of humanity, mind body and soul. While still entertaining through clever story telling, the series has clearly inspired many people to cope better with their life challenges while giving other viewers a deep insight into the personal lives of people they would never normally meet. As a participant I felt hugely privileged to work with such a dedicated and professional film team and was amazed at the quality of the final product. I have worked in the international feature documentary arena for 20 years and was inspired by the ability of the team to produce such a high quality product in such a short time. This style of TV is so rare and so deeply inspiring for society.
CRAIG FOSTER