From the small screen to cinema, Wole Soyinka has left an indelible mark on both as an actor. This collection showcases his notable appearances in movies and television shows, highlighting the artistic journey of the Nigerian writer who became the first African to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature.
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Films
1. Nelson Mandela: The Myth and Me
Venture into the intricate realm of legendary figure Nelson Mandela as Khalo Matabane guides us through a thought-prooking expedition in "Nelson Mandela: The Myth and Me. " By means of interviews with esteemed personalities such as the Dalai Lama, Henry Kissinger, and Ariel Dorfman, in addition to ordinary South Africans, Matabane delves into the consequences of Mandela's policies and decision-making. He probes into the concepts of freedom, reconciliation, and forgiveness, thereby challenging Mandela's enduring influence in the current era of conflict and inequality. An incredibly personal and stirring cinematic experience, "The Myth and Me" provides a novel outlook on one of history's most powerful figures.
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IMDb Rating: 7.0
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TMDb Rating: 6.4
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Release Date: 2013-11-23
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Runtime: 85.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Status: Released
2. Kongi's Harvest
In this 1970 African political drama, an ambitious dictator must win over a former king to secure his power. The ruler schemes to legitimize his reign by offering the former monarch a special ceremonial jam during the harvest festival.
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IMDb Rating: 6.3
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TMDb Rating: 6.0
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Release Date: 1970-05-01
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Runtime: 79.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["NG"]
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Status: Released
3. Shout Gladi Gladi
This compelling documentary explores a woman's mission to combat fistula and improve maternal health in Africa, showcasing the devastating impact of this often-overlooked medical condition and the lifesaving work of those fighting to eradicate it. Through intimate portraits of affected women and the dedicated professionals working to prevent and treat fistula, the film also highlights innovative solutions like solar-powered BBOXX generators, which bring electricity and economic opportunity to remote communities.
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TMDb Rating: 5.0
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Release Date: 2015-10-01
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Runtime: 100.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US", "GB"]
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Status: Released
4. Joshua: A Nigerian Portrait
In this 1963 portrait of Lagos, Nigeria, Joshua Sobitan navigates the transition from village life to urban chaos as a simple rent-collector. The film explores the pressures of modernity on traditional values, capturing a moment of change in Nigeria's cultural landscape.
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Release Date: 1963-01-01
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Runtime: 57.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US", "CA"]
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Status: Released
TV Shows
1. Afrique(s), une autre histoire du XXème siècle
"Afrique(s), une autre histoire du XXème siècle" presents a thought-provoking examination of Africa's role in the 20th century, as told through four documentary episodes. This French production offers a fresh perspective on the continent's history during a transformative era.
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Original Name: Afrique(s), une autre histoire du XXème siècle
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TMDb Rating: 8.0
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Languages: ["fr"]
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Episode Runtime: [90]
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Status: Ended
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Origin Country: ["FR"]
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Original Language: fr
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Type: Documentary
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First Air Date: 2010-10-10
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Last Air Date: 2010-10-31
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Number of Seasons: 1
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Number of Episodes: 4
