African Folktales Reimagined

African Folktales Reimagined

Six filmmakers. Six stories.

Six beloved African folktales are boldly reimagined in this multilingual anthology series exploring themes of grief, love, and mysticism.

DramaSci-Fi & Fantasy

Seasons

1. Katera of the Punishment Island

Air Date: 2023-03-29

Abandoned on an island, a woman grieving the loss of her baby exacts revenge on the powerful man who put her there. From Ugandan director Loukman Ali.

2. Halima's Choice

Air Date: 2023-03-29

Forced into an arranged marriage, Halima turns to a stranger - and the virtual world of Napata - for help. From Nigerian director Korede Azeez.

3. Anyango and the Ogre

Air Date: 2023-03-29

Three children and their mother seek solace in a folktale as they attempt to escape an abusive father. From Kenyan director Voline Ogutu.

4. Enmity Djinn

Air Date: 2023-03-29

An elderly woman is forced to confront a malevolent djinn that once haunted her past. From Mauritanian director Mohamed Echkouna.

5. Katope

Air Date: 2023-03-29

A young girl born at the onset of a drought encounters a mysterious rain bird. From Tanzanian director Walt Mzengi.

6. MaMlambo

Air Date: 2023-03-29

A mystical river being, Uma'Mlambo, watches over troubled women. From South African director Gcobisa Yako.

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Rating

7.4/10

Release Date

2023-03-29

Episodes

6 (1 seasons)

Status

Returning Series

Cast

Videos

Production Companies

Big World Cinema

Big World Cinema