About Us
About the
Company
Tiffany
Barbuzano
Tiffany is a passionate actress, writer and producer. She has head written various award winning South African comedies and dramas, such as M-Net’s 2020 break out hit Still Breathing, Sober Companion, Ses Top LA, Abo Mazala and Kota Life Cri-sis, to name a few.
Tiffany loves words – using them, writing them or sharing them with others. Her passion for words extends beyond her scripts; she cherishes their use, creation, and the joy of expressing them.
As an actress, Tiffany has won two SAFTA Awards for her roles as Grace in Sober Companion (Netflix and SABC 3) and Danny in 4Play, Sex Tips For Girls. She has graced the screens as Melanie in YOH! Christmas, a Netflix series created by both herself and Johnny. Tiffany can currently be seen on Netflix’s hit movie “Seriously Single” and has recently stolen the hearts of South Africa with her portrayal of Jessica Mills in Still Breathing.
Johnny
Barbuzano
Johnny is one of South Africa’s most prolific directors. With 12 SAFTA nominations and 11 SAFTA wins under his belt, it’s easy to see why. His directing credits include the newest Netflix summer hit “How To Ruin Christmas” (2020) and M-Net’s “Still Breathing” (2020), Big Brother Africa (M-Net), Snitch I and II (M-Net), Isidingo (SABC 3), Isidingo : The Truth (SABC 3), Izoso Connection (SABC 1), City Sesla (SABC 1), Mazinyo.Q (SABC 2), I’ll See You Just Now, The Wind (M-Net) and New Money (Mzanzi Magic).
He is a graduate of The University of Witwatersrand with a BA Hons in Dramatic Art, majoring in writing, directing and acting. Johnny’s awards include the Percy Tucker Best Director Award and three Vita nominations, solidifying his place as a trailblazer in the South African entertainment industry.
“It’s what we storytellers do. We restore order with imagination. We instil hope again and again and again”
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together
Tiffany Barbuzano & Johnny Barbuzano
As a team, Johnny and Tiffany are the full package. They are able to bring stories to life surrounded by some of South Africa’s best industry professionals. Creative, passionate and committed, BBZEE FILMS is a company focussed on transferring skills, uplifting the industry and making magic.”