Tag Archives: The Furnace

‘The Furnace’ (2019) Movie Review: An Inspiring Tale Of Courage And Perseverance

With scorching triple digit temperatures and torrential downpours and being the home to a multitude of deadly wildlife, Africa isn’t the most hospitable place to hold a 220km foot race. Welcome to the Ultra AFRICA Race aka the Furnace: one of the world’s most dangerous annual marathons held in the …

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Interview with Jamie Bernadette: From Leading to Writing and Producing

Last time I spoke with Jamie Bernadette (read that interview here), the up-and-coming actress was preparing to leave for South Africa for a leading role in the film The Furnace with award-winning director Darrell Roodt. Since then, she has become increasingly busy with several projects including her latest film, The …

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Interview with Jamie Bernadette: Dreams Become Reality

Growing up in the small town of Kankakee, Illinois, Jamie Bernadette dreamed of appearing on the big screen from a young age. When it came time to decide between settling into small town life or pursuing her dreams, she decided to leave for L.A. After making appearances in several commercials, …

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