- The film and TV experience has changed with the introduction of streaming.
- Onscreen entertainment from the '00 and earlier now trigger nostalgia for many.
- Movies like Sarafina allow us to relive experiences from the past.
When watching a TV show or movie, do you prefer tuning into something new and modern like The Real Housewives of Durban or do you enjoy the 90s and early 2000s sitcoms that star veteran actors and portray unforgettable moments of the past such as SABC 2’s Stokvel?
Well, having an interest in older TV shows and movies is completely understandable because it might create a nostalgic effect that makes you relive certain experiences.
Jonathan Spencer, a brand and campaign manager, says, brands reference TV shows and music from the past when they promote their products because it creates a sense of emotional and memorial relatability for the consumer.
“It is for this reason that we have embraced the nostalgia effect through incorporating old-school 90’s, early 2000s MTV and musical references to transport shoppers back in time but with a modern twist,” Jonathan stated.
He adds that after conducting a study, they realised that nostalgic memories create a feeling of hope for the future and a willingness to explore new things and create new experiences.
He says, “A significant portion (72 percent) of participants in a study reported that nostalgic memories motivated them during challenging times and 60 percent said these memories offered guidance when faced with uncertainty.”
South Africa has an amazing catalogue of nostalgic TV shows and movies such as SABC 1’s Emzini Wezinsizwa and the revolutionary Sarafina, which has aired almost every year on Youth Day.
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The question is, which nostalgic TV shows or movies do you have a deep connection and unforgettable experience with?
Whether it reminds you of your, your childhood, a first romantic relationship or a loved one who has passed on, there are some TV shows or movies that you would not mind watching over and over again.
Here are seven TV South African shows and movies that might spark nostalgic memories you might want to revisit:
Sarafina
Sarafina is still accessible on the streaming platform Netflix, and usually airs on eTV and SABC channels on Youth Day.
Mama Jack
Mama Jack, and a variety of other Leon Schuster movies usually air once every year on eTV when there is a marathon of Leon Schuster's movies.
Soul City
Soul City is currently not streaming on any official streaming platforms. However, SABC 1 has created a channel where they air most of their old shows and you might catch an episode of Soul City there.
Mr Bones
Similar to Mama Jack, Mr Bones also airs once every year on eTV when there is a marathon of Leon Schuster's movies.
Tsha Tsha
If you would like to catch an episode of Tsha Tsha, you can access it on YouTube as there in no official streaming platform that airs it's episodes.
Jika Majika
Similar to Tsha Tsha, you can search for Jika Majika on YouTube as it is no longer available on our TV screens or streaming platforms.
Stokvel
Stokvel is easily accessible on SABC's streaming platform called SABC Plus. This app allows you to access your favourite TV shows, both old and new, on your cellphone or laptop.
