Movies and TvShows featuring "uganda" theme.

7 Days in Entebbe is a gripping thriller set in the 1970s, based on the true story of an airplane hijacking and the subsequent rescue mission. When an Air France flight from Tel Aviv to Paris is hijacked by a group of terrorists, the passengers are taken hostage and held at gunpoint in Entebbe, Uganda. With time running out and the lives of the hostages at stake, a daring rescue mission is launched by the Israeli Defense Force. The film explores themes of courage, sacrifice, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Based on the events of the brutal Ugandan dictator Idi Amin's regime as seen by his personal physician during the 1970s. In 1970, Nicholas Garrigan (James McAvoy) graduates from medical school in Scotland. With dull prospects at home, he decides to seek adventure abroad by working at a Ugandan missionary clinic run by Dr. David Merrit (Adam Kotz) and his wife, Sarah (Gillian Anderson). Garrigan becomes attracted to Sarah, who enjoys the attention but refuses to engage him in an extramarital affair. Meanwhile, General Idi Amin (Forest Whitaker) overthrows incumbent president Milton Obote in a coup.<br/><br/>Garrigan first sees Amin at a public rally that he addresses in the village where Garrigan works with Merrit & Sarah. He is impressed with Amin's vision for the nation. Garrigan sincerely believes Amin will help the country, while Sarah warns him of dictators that have taken over before. Garrigan is called to a minor car accident involving Amin where he treats his hand. During the incident Garrigan takes a gun and shoots a mortally wounded cow because no one else has the presence of mind to put it out of its misery. Amin is impressed by his quick action and initiative. Amin, fond of Scotland as a symbol of resilience and admiring the Scottish people for their resistance to the English, is delighted to discover Garrigan's nationality and exchanges his military shirt for Garrigan's Scotland shirt. Later, Amin invites Garrigan to become his personal physician and take charge of modernizing the country's health care system.<br/><br/>Garrigan soon becomes Amin's trusted confidant and is relied on for much more than medical care, such as matters of state. Although Garrigan is aware of violence around Kampala, he accepts Amin's explanation that cracking down on the opposition will bring lasting peace to the country. Garrigan discovers that the polygamous leader has ostracized the youngest of his three wives, Kay (Kerry Washington), because she has given birth to an epileptic son, Mackenzie (Apollo Okwenje Omamo). When treating Mackenzie, Garrigan and Kay form a relationship and sleep with each other, but Kay tells him he must find a way to leave Uganda. As Garrigan grows in power the British Foreign Office gets in touch with him to recruit him on their side, should the need arise in future. Stone, an offer from the Foreign office indicates to Garrigan that Amin was installed by the British Govt, but now shares an uneasy relationship with them.<br/><br/>Garrigan saves Amin from an assassination attempt & now Amin trusts only Garrigan, even above the advice of his old friend, & health minister Waspa. One day Garrigan finds Waspa speaking to a white man in a suspicious manner at a bar & mentions it to Amin. Few days later Stone informs Garrigan that Waspa has gone missing along with many ranking Govt officials suspected of treason by Amin. Garrigan mentions the missing Waspa to Amin & asks his permission to go back to Scotland, but Amin refuses.<br/><br/>Eventually, Garrigan begins to lose faith in Amin as he witnesses the increasing paranoia, repressive murders and xenophobia in expelling South Asians from the country. Amin replaces Garrigan's British passport with a Ugandan one to prevent him from escaping which leads Garrigan to frantically seek help from Stone (Simon McBurney), the local British Foreign Office representative. Garrigan is told the British will help him leave Uganda if he uses his position to assassinate Amin, but Garrigan refuses.<br/><br/>Kay informs Garrigan that she has become pregnant with his child. Amin will murder her for infidelity if he discovers this, so she begs Garrigan for a secret abortion. Delayed by Amin's command that he attend a press conference with Western journalists, Garrigan fails to meet Kay at the appointed time. She concludes she has been abandoned and seeks out a primitive abortion in a nearby village, where she is apprehended by Amin's forces. Garrigan finds her savagely mutilated corpse on an autopsy table and falls retching to his knees, finally confronting the palpable inhumanity of Amin's regime and decides killing him will end it all.<br/><br/>A hijacked Air France aircraft is flown to Entebbe by pro-Palestinian hijackers seeking asylum from agents of international law. Amin rushes to the scene to help them, taking Garrigan along. At the airport, one of Amin's bodyguards discovers Garrigan's plot to poison Amin, under the ruse of giving him pills for a headache. His treachery revealed, Garrigan is beaten by Amin's henchmen before Amin himself arrives and discloses he is aware of the relationship with Kay. As punishment, Garrigan's chest is pierced with meat hooks, and he is hanged by his skin.<br/><br/>Amin arranges a plane for the release of non-Israeli passengers, and Garrigan's torturers leave him bleeding on the floor while they relax in another room. Garrigan's medical colleague at the hospital, Dr. Junju (David Oyelowo), takes advantage of the opportunity to rescue him. He urges Garrigan to tell the world the truth about Amin's regime, asserting that because Garrigan is white the world will believe him. Junju gives Garrigan his own jacket, enabling him to mingle unnoticed with the crowd of freed hostages and board the plane. When the torturers discover Garrigan's absence, Junju is shot dead while the plane departs with Garrigan on board. Amin is informed too late to prevent it, while Garrigan tearfully remembers the people of Uganda. The epilogue shows real footage of Amin, as well as figures such as the 300,000 that died under his regime and tells of his eventual downfall in 1979 & 2003 death while in exile in Saudi Arabia.

Machine Gun Preacher follows the true story of Sam Childers, a former biker and drug dealer who turns his life around and becomes a preacher. He travels to Sudan and witnesses the atrocities committed by the Lord's Resistance Army. Determined to make a difference, Childers starts a mission to rescue children who have been forced to become soldiers, using his machine gun to protect them. As he fights against the LRA and faces personal challenges, Childers finds redemption and a new purpose in life.

Mighty Joe Young follows the story of a giant ape who is captured and taken from his home in Africa to Los Angeles. There, he escapes and goes on a rampage, causing chaos in the city. As authorities try to capture him, a group of people, including a primatologist and an orphan, work together to rescue Joe and return him to his natural habitat.

In 1950s Africa, a film director named John Wilson becomes obsessed with hunting an elephant while simultaneously trying to complete his latest project. As he becomes more consumed with his obsession, tensions rise between him and his crew, and he must face the consequences of his actions.

Queen of Katwe is based on the true story of Phiona Mutesi, a young girl living in the slums of Kampala, Uganda. Despite facing numerous challenges, including poverty and the loss of her father, Phiona discovers her talent for chess. With the help of her dedicated coach, Robert Katende, she becomes a national champion and goes on to compete internationally. This heartwarming film showcases the power of determination and the transformative impact of education and empowerment.

Chimpanzee follows the story of Oscar, a young chimp who faces the challenges of survival and the bonds of family in the unforgiving jungle. When tragedy strikes and he is separated from his family, Oscar must navigate the wild and find a new home, all while learning important life lessons along the way.

This documentary follows the life of Bobi Wine as he uses his music to fight against the regime led by Yoweri Museveni, who has been in power for 35 years.

A young Ugandan-Indian woman living in Mississippi falls in love with an African-American man, sparking tension within their families and the community.

Millions is a heartwarming comedy-drama about a seven-year-old boy named Damian who finds a bag full of stolen money. With just a week before the UK converts to the Euro currency, Damian has to decide what to do with the money. As he navigates through various obstacles and moral dilemmas, he discovers the true value of wealth and the power of kindness.

The Girl in the Yellow Jumper is a suspenseful crime movie that takes place in a rural area. The story revolves around a mysterious serial killer who wears a yellow jumper. The local police officer, determined to catch the killer, embarks on a road trip full of twists and turns. Along the way, themes of vigilantism, retaliation, and justice come to light. The movie explores dark and controversial topics such as abortion and underage sex, providing multiple perspectives through its characters.

In 1976, an Air France airplane is hijacked by Palestinian and German terrorists and taken to Entebbe airport in Uganda. The terrorists demand the release of political prisoners in exchange for the hostages. The Israeli government decides to launch a daring rescue mission, known as Operation Thunderbolt, to free the hostages and stop the terrorists.

Renee Bach, an American missionary, sets up a charity in Uganda to help malnourished children. However, allegations emerge that she was treating the children herself without any medical qualifications.

Detective Alex investigates the murder of Captain Alex in Kampala, Uganda, and uncovers a web of corruption and violence. Along the way, he encounters drug cartels, amnesia, mercenaries, and kung fu fighters.

Philip, Lynn, Hussein and Shammy, young LGBT Ugandans, are fighting for survival. Staying in their country, where religious oppressions and discriminations prevail, endangers their lives. Then, their latest hope is to leave it all behind and experience a long and painful exile.

Victory at Entebbe is a gripping action-packed drama that tells the true story of Operation Entebbe, a daring rescue mission to free hostages held by hijackers at the Entebbe Airport in Uganda.

General Idi Amin Dada is a documentary that explores the brutal rule of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin in the 1970s. It delves into his megalomaniacal tendencies, post-colonialist ideology, and despotic rule, showcasing the impact of his military regime on the country.

In the midst of the Democratic Republic of the Congo's turmoil, a Norwegian soldier finds himself entangled in a gripping tale of friendship, murder, and a relentless quest for justice. Based on a true story, this film follows his dangerous journey through the treacherous jungles of Congo, facing mercenaries, a manhunt, and political intrigue.

Operation Thunderbolt is a gripping film about the daring rescue of hostages held by terrorists in Entebbe, Uganda. A German terrorist organization hijacks an Air France airplane, and an elite Israeli commando unit carries out a daring raid to free the hostages.

This documentary explores the history of Canada’s first major migration of non-European and non-white refugees who arrived in 1972 when Ugandan President Idi Amin expelled all South Asians from the country. Their story of struggle and hope became part of Canada’s conversations about refugees and cultural pluralism, and informed the Canadian response to future refugee movements.