Tendeka Matatu
- Producer
- Writer
Tendeka Matatu is seasoned film and television executive with over two decades of experience shaping compelling narratives for global audiences. From spearheading original content strategies at Netflix to founding Ten10 Films, Tendeka has dedicated his career to championing diverse voices-especially African storytellers-and bringing their stories to the world.
Tendeka's expertise spans content strategy, acquisitions, slate building, creative development, production, and financing. He has led high-profile projects in collaboration with major studios, including Netflix, AMC Studios, Sony Pictures Television, and Fremantle.
Throughout his career, he has worked with some of the most exciting filmmakers in the industry, producing critically acclaimed and commercially successful films such as Gangster's Paradise: Jerusalema (South Africa's official submission for the Academy Awards), Max & Mona, Material, and Cold Harbour. His passion lies in fostering talent, shaping impactful stories, and building the future of African and global storytelling.
Member of The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (since 2018) Inside Pictures Alum (Class of 2016)
Tendeka's expertise spans content strategy, acquisitions, slate building, creative development, production, and financing. He has led high-profile projects in collaboration with major studios, including Netflix, AMC Studios, Sony Pictures Television, and Fremantle.
Throughout his career, he has worked with some of the most exciting filmmakers in the industry, producing critically acclaimed and commercially successful films such as Gangster's Paradise: Jerusalema (South Africa's official submission for the Academy Awards), Max & Mona, Material, and Cold Harbour. His passion lies in fostering talent, shaping impactful stories, and building the future of African and global storytelling.
Member of The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (since 2018) Inside Pictures Alum (Class of 2016)
