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Zoo
Tv Show

Zoo (2017)

6.7
TV_14

Zoo (2015) is a TV show that follows a group of people who join forces to investigate and stop a wave of violent animal attacks that are occurring all over the world. They soon discover that the attacks are part of a wider plot involving a dangerous pandemic and must race against time to find a cure before it's too late.

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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Movie

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever(2022)

6.7
tomato84%
PG_13
162Minutes

The people of Wakanda fight to protect their home from intervening world powers as they mourn the death of King T'Challa. T'Challa is dying from a terminal illness, and his sister Shuri attempts to cure him using the 'heart-shaped herb.' Wakanda faces pressure to share their Vibranium and is blamed by other nations for a Vibranium race. Namor, the king of Talokan, threatens Wakanda and demands the scientist responsible for the Vibranium detector. Shuri and her allies are pursued by the FBI and Namor's warriors. Shuri meets with Namor, who shows her his underwater kingdom. The Maya history and their shaman's vision are revealed. Nakia helps Shuri and Riri escape, and Namor retaliates by attacking Wakanda. Ramonda drowns while saving Riri, and Namor vows to return with his army. Shuri reconstructs the heart-shaped herb, gaining superhuman abilities and seeking revenge. Wakanda prepares for battle, and a counterattack on Talokan is ordered. A peaceful alliance is eventually forged, and Namor's cousin is upset by his surrender. The future of the Black Panther mantle is secured, and T'Challa's son is revealed in a mid-credits scene.

Black Panther
Movie

Black Panther(2018)

7.3
tomato96%
PG_13
135Minutes

T'Challa, the heir to the hidden and advanced kingdom of Wakanda, must step forward to lead his people into a new future. He confronts a challenger from his country's past while dealing with the consequences of his father's actions. Meanwhile, a gang led by a black ops soldier steals ancient Wakandan vibranium, leading T'Challa and his allies to a showdown with the ruthless usurper. In the end, T'Challa triumphs and establishes an embassy to connect Wakanda with the rest of the world.

Shaka Zulu
Tv Show

Shaka Zulu (1986)

7.7
TV_MA

Shaka Zulu is an epic miniseries that follows the life of Shaka, the warrior king who united the Zulu tribes and led them in battle against the British Empire. Set in 19th-century South Africa, the series explores themes of racism, colonialism, and the exploration of Africa. It depicts the struggles and triumphs of Shaka and his people, their battles with rival tribes, and the conflicts with the British forces. The series portrays the complex dynamics of power and palace intrigue within the Zulu Empire, as well as the strong bonds of family and tribe. With stunning cinematography and intense war scenes, Shaka Zulu captures the spirit of one of Africa's most iconic leaders and the turbulent times in which he lived.

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Young, Famous & African
Tv Show

Young, Famous & African (2022)

4.8
TV_MA

This reality series follows a group of famed, affluent young media stars in Johannesburg as they build careers, look for love and rekindle old flames.

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The Ghost and the Darkness
Movie

The Ghost and the Darkness(1996)

6.8
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R
109Minutes

In 1898, the British Empire is building a railway bridge in Kenya when a pair of man-eating lions start attacking the workers. The bridge engineer, John Patterson, recruits a skilled hunter, Charles Remington, to help him stop the lions. They face numerous challenges and clashes with local tribes as they race against time to kill the predators and ensure the safety of the workers.

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Unknown
Movie

Unknown(2011)

6.8
tomato56%
PG_13
113Minutes

When a man awakens from a coma only to discover that someone has taken on his identity, he teams up with a young woman to prove who he is. Martin Harris and his wife, Liz, arrive in Berlin for a biotechnology conference. However, when Martin forgets his briefcase with their passports at the airport, his life takes a turn for the worse. After a car accident and four days in a coma, Martin wakes up with no memory and finds that his wife claims not to know him. Determined to find the truth, Martin teams up with an illegal immigrant named Gina to unravel a web of lies and deceit that involves assassination, theft, and corrupt government agents. As Martin's memories slowly return, he realizes the extent of the conspiracy and must fight to save his own life.

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Persia, the Magic Fairy
Tv Show

Persia, the Magic Fairy (1985)

7.1

11-year old Persia is an energetic, loyal and happy young girl who has grown up alongside the animals on the Serengeti plains of Africa. Twins Riki and Gaku Muroi and their grandfather, Gōken, bring Persia to Japan with them in Minato-machi, where she lives with a couple who own a grocery store. During an incident during the return flight to Japan, Persia finds herself in the "Lovely Dream", the land where dreams are born and grow. The Fairy Queen appears before Persia in the form of a butterfly, and explains that the Lovely Dream is in danger, requesting Persia's help. She gives Persia a magical golden headband with a star which reacts to the word "Papurikko". With it, Persia can conjure a magic baton which bridges her world and Lovely Dream, as well as transform into an older self by saying "Perukko Raburin Kurukuru Rinkuru". She is sent with three kappa back into the regular world with the mission of collecting love energy to thaw the frozen Lovely Dream.

Escape from Pretoria
Movie

Escape from Pretoria(2020)

6.8
tomato73%
PG_13
102Minutes

Escape from Pretoria is a gripping biographical film based on the true story of Tim Jenkin and Stephen Lee, two anti-apartheid activists who devise an ingenious plan to escape from Pretoria Central Prison in 1979. Facing political persecution and imprisonment, they use their ingenuity and resourcefulness to outsmart the prison guards and embark on a dangerous journey to freedom. The film explores themes of racism, political activism, and the fight for equal rights.

The Interpreter
Movie

The Interpreter(2005)

6.4
tomato57%
PG_13
128Minutes

Political intrigue and deception unfold inside the United Nations as a U.S. Secret Service agent is assigned to investigate Silvia Broome, an interpreter who overhears an assassination plot. Silvia, who has dual citizenship from the Republic of Matobo, a fictional African country, works at the U.N. and recognizes words from the plot during a meeting she is interpreting. Working together, Silvia and the agent uncover a false flag operation created by Matobo's president, Edmond Zuwanie, to gain credibility and deter potential supporters of his removal. The plot ends with Zuwanie's indictment and Silvia's expulsion from the U.S., returning home to Matobo.

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Legionnaire
Movie

Legionnaire(1998)

5.5
tomato29%
R
98Minutes
Noughts + Crosses
Tv Show

Noughts + Crosses (2020)

6.3
TV_MA

In a world where Africa conquered Europe and established a new global order, two star-crossed lovers from different races challenge the racial divide and societal norms in a forbidden romance that could change their world forever.

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Savage Beauty
Tv Show

Savage Beauty (2022)

5.8
TV_MA

Seeking revenge for her tragic past, a mysterious woman embeds herself in a powerful family who possess a global beauty empire - and dark secrets.

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Discover a curated selection of movies and TV shows that beautifully explore the vibrant cultures, stunning landscapes, and captivating stories of Africa. Immerse yourself in the rich traditions, breathtaking wildlife, and heartfelt narratives that showcase the diversity and beauty of the African continent.

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