Movies and TvShows featuring "african-dance" theme.

In 'Call of the Blonde Goddess,' a man is drawn into a thrilling adventure when he encounters a seductive blonde goddess. As they delve into a world of crime and drama, they find themselves trapped in a nightmarish situation. This erotic-thriller explores themes of pseudo-incest, femme fatale, and voodoo ceremonies, creating a compelling and captivating story.

Kirikou, a young African boy, embarks on a journey to defeat the sorceress who has cursed his village. With his wit, courage, and determination, Kirikou overcomes various challenges to save his people.

Period adventure tale about an expedition using a hot-air balloon to rescue an explorer lost in Africa.

The Southern Star follows the story of a geologist who is on an adventure in Africa to find a hidden treasure. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles such as a thief, a train, and wild animals. With the help of his friends, he navigates through dangerous situations and pursues the treasure while dealing with the challenges of the African wilderness.

Statues Also Die is an essay film that explores the cultural significance and controversial history of African art and statues. It delves into topics such as neocolonialism, post-colonialism, racism, and the impact of art in African society. The film uses unsynchronized sound and a mix of archival footage and interviews to provide a thought-provoking examination of the subject.

Trader Horn is on a mission in Africa to find a missionary couple. Along the way, he encounters dangerous wildlife, native tribesmen, and the harsh realities of the African continent.

Five unrelated tales: (1) "The Ravishing Queen" / "La Reina Bella", in which the queen choses a king by devious endurance tests of the pretendants; (2) "The Punished Lovers", in which a fake blind husband is 'cured' after having the culprits banished from the tribe; (3) "The Old Prostitute" who manages to take revenge from all the village dignitaries who wrongfully condemned her brother; (4) "The Endless Search" that does not end until a hunter finds his perfect end-game; (5) "The Crazy Woman" whose illness was not exactly of the mind, but of an (almost) insatiable lust.

A group of children, fleeing the war, is taken to Luanda accompanied by a nun. When they reach the aeroplane, 12-year-old N'Dala decides to leave the group and to reconnoitre the city. The nun then starts her unceasing quest for the missing boy. N'Dala, only carrying a textile bag and a doll made of wire, walks through the busy streets filled with people and traffic. Later he finds the tranquility of the island off the coast, where he meets the old fisherman Antonio, with whom he becomes friends. Not much later, he meets the lively, whimsical Zé, who is a little older than he is. N'Dala starts to experience the city and its inhabitants as increasingly forbidding and he would most like to return to the countryside from whence he came. Then he meets Joka, a fringe figure who persuades him to help with a robbery in exchange for money. With this film, Maria Joao Ganga wanted to provide a realistic sketch of the bitter political situation in Angola. One of her most important motivations ...

The movie follows a musician as he travels through West Africa, exploring the rich musical heritage of the region and collaborating with local musicians. He visits villages, recording studios, and music festivals, experiencing the diverse range of music and cultures. The film also touches on topics such as the slave trade, African history, and the importance of preserving traditional music.

"Nora" is based on true stories of the dancer Nora Chipaumire, who was born in Zimbabwe in 1965. In the film, Nora returns to the landscape of her childhood and takes a journey through some vivid memories of her youth. Using performance and dance, she brings her history to life in a swiftly-moving poem of sound and image. A girl who is constantly embattled - struggling against all kinds of intimidation and violence - but who slowly gathers strength, pride and independence.

A drama/dance adaptation of a collection of poems by Grace Nichols. By drawing on elements of African culture, it tells of a spiritual journey of an African woman taken in captivity to the Caribbean, her experiences as a slave, and how she survives being uprooted from her native land. Dramatised sequences are interspersed with Grace Nichol's comments about her poems, placed in the context of Afro-Caribbean history.