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historical_film | Sankofa: The Legacy of the Ashanti | Haile Gerima | Ghana | 1993 | The rise and influence of the Ashanti Empire during the 17th and 18th centuries in West Africa | The film portrays the strength, culture, and resilience of the Ashanti people, highlighting their resistance against European colonial forces and their sophisticated political and social systems. It emphasizes the importance of remembering and reclaiming African history from an indigenous perspective, showcasing the richness of West African empires beyond stereotypical portrayals. | [
"Osei Tutu",
"Okomfo Anokye",
"Queen Yaa Asantewaa"
] |
historical_film | Samburu Sunrise | Amani Mwangi | Kenya | 2015 | Kenyan independence movement and Mau Mau uprising (1950s-1960s) | The film highlights the struggle of the Kenyan people against British colonial rule, emphasizing the importance of unity and resilience in achieving independence. It showcases the Mau Mau uprising as a pivotal moment in East Africa's decolonization, portraying how the movement inspired future generations to continue fighting for justice and self-determination. | [
"Dedan Kimathi",
"Wangari Maathai"
] |
historical_film | Queen of Katwe | Mira Nair | Uganda | 2016 | The rise of Phiona Mutesi, a Ugandan chess prodigy, amidst the challenging socio-economic conditions in Kampala's Katwe slum. | While not directly about traditional rulers or queens, the film highlights African resilience and empowerment through the story of a young Ugandan girl overcoming adversity, contextualized by African cultural and societal structures. | [
"Phiona Mutesi",
"Robert Katende"
] |
historical_film | Chronicles of the Rif | Nabil Ayouch | Morocco | 2011 | The Rif War (1921-1926) between Rif Berber tribes and Spanish colonial forces | The Rif War was a major anti-colonial uprising in Northern Morocco that challenged European imperial powers and inspired future movements for African independence, highlighting the resilience and agency of indigenous North African peoples against colonial domination. | [
"Abd el-Krim"
] |
historical_film | The Ceremony of the People | Mwamba N'kosi | Democratic Republic of Congo | 2017 | Depicts the traditional Kuba Kingdom initiation and coronation ceremonies during the early 20th century | The film highlights the profound cultural rituals of the Kuba people, preserving their heritage and showcasing the resilience of indigenous traditions during colonial times in Central Africa. It serves as a visual anthropology record and promotes appreciation of Central African identity and history. | [
"Shyaam aMbul aNgoong",
"King Kot aMbot aMabi"
] |
nollywood_biographical | Amina: The Warrior Queen of Zazzau | Various Nollywood Directors | Nigeria | Various | Queen Amina of Zazzau | The film preserves African culture by portraying indigenous Hausa traditions, royal customs, and the role of women in leadership, highlighting the rich history of Nigerian civilization and inspiring contemporary audiences with stories of female empowerment rooted in African heritage. | [
"Queen Amina of Zazzau"
] |
nollywood_biographical | The Legacy of Oba Ewuare | Various Nollywood Directors | Nigeria | Various | Oba Ewuare the Great | The film preserves African culture by vividly depicting traditional Benin rituals, governance systems, art, and the historical significance of Oba Ewuare's reign, thereby fostering appreciation for Benin heritage among contemporary audiences. | [
"Oba Ewuare the Great"
] |
nollywood_biographical | Moremi: The Courageous Queen | Various Nollywood Directors | Nigeria | Various | Queen Moremi Ajasoro | The film preserves African culture by highlighting ancient Yoruba traditions, showcasing indigenous costumes, languages, and rituals surrounding Queen Moremi's legend, thereby educating viewers about Nigeria's rich historical heritage and inspiring pride in Yoruba identity. | [
"Queen Moremi Ajasoro"
] |
nollywood_biographical | Alafin Sango: The Last Monarch of Oyo | Various Nollywood Directors | Nigeria | Various | Alafin Sango | The film preserves African culture by authentically portraying Yoruba traditions, royal customs, and historical narratives, thereby educating audiences on the rich heritage of the Oyo Empire and promoting appreciation for Nigerian history and identity. | [
"Alafin Sango"
] |
nollywood_biographical | Voice of the Sokoto Sands | Various Nollywood Directors | Nigeria | Various | Nana Asma'u | The film highlights Nana Asma'u's legacy as a trailblazer for women's education in Africa, preserving Hausa and Fulani cultural traditions and inspiring contemporary audiences about female empowerment and the historical significance of African Islamic scholarship. | [
"Nana Asma'u"
] |
documentary | Paths of Prosperity: The Ancient African Trade Routes | Amahle Dlamini | South Africa | Various | Ancient African trade routes connecting various kingdoms and cultures across the continent | Preserves knowledge about Ancient African trade routes connecting various kingdoms and cultures across the continent | [] |
documentary | Healing Roots: The Legacy of African Traditional Medicine | Amina Nkrumah | Ghana | Various | The history and practices of traditional African medicine and its role in preserving African cultural heritage. | Preserves knowledge about The history and practices of traditional African medicine and its role in preserving African cultural heritage. | [] |
documentary | Stars of the Ancestors | Amina Ndlovu | South Africa | Various | African indigenous astronomical knowledge and its significance in cultural heritage | Preserves knowledge about African indigenous astronomical knowledge and its significance in cultural heritage | [] |
documentary | Scripts of the Ancients: Africa's Written Heritage | Amahle Ndlovu | South Africa | Various | Ancient African writing systems and their role in preserving authentic African history | Preserves knowledge about Ancient African writing systems and their role in preserving authentic African history | [] |
documentary | Guardians of the Ancestors: Traditional Governance in Africa | Amina Sow | Senegal | Various | Traditional African governance systems and their role in preserving African history and culture | Preserves knowledge about Traditional African governance systems and their role in preserving African history and culture | [] |
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