Country: Tanzania
Discover the best movies, series, and documentaries made in Tanzania. Enjoy the top titles of all time, handpicked for you.
Titles found: 14
Direction Noaz Deshe
Cast Hamisi Bazili · James Gayo · Glory Mbayuwayu · Salum Abdallah
Synopsis White Shadow (2013) follows the journey of a young albino boy named Alias, who is forced to flee his home after witnessing his father's tragic demise. Sent away by his mother to seek safety in the bustling city, Alias soon...
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Direction Josiah Kibira
Cast Peter Omari · Thecla Mjatta · Ahmed Olotu · Chemi Che-Mponda
Synopsis Bongoland II: There Is No Place Like Home (2008) follows the journey of Juma as he makes his way back to his native country, Bongoland, after struggling to adapt to life in the United States. Upon his return, he quickly...
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Direction Jordan Riber
Cast Ibrahim Osward · Monica Sizya · Jacob Steven
Synopsis Tunu: The Gift (2017) follows the life of Mashoto, a man navigating the bustling city of Dar es Salaam. His days are filled with the relentless pace of urban life, leaving him little time to reflect on his past or...
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Direction Seko Shamte
Cast Bertha Robert · Magdalena Munisi · Helen Hartmann · Godliver Gordian
Synopsis Binti (2021) follows the intertwined lives of four resilient Tanzanian women who navigate the bustling city of Dar-es-Salaam. Unbeknownst to them, their paths are linked by an extraordinary capacity to endure and overcome the severe challenges they face. Each woman's...
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Direction Amil Shivji
Cast Hawa Alisa · Cojack Chilo · Magdalena Christopher · Aloyce Fungafunfa
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Direction Amil Shivji
Cast Gudrun Columbus Mwanyika · Ikhlas Gafur Vora · Siti Amina
Synopsis Tug of War (2021) follows the journey of a defiant young revolutionary who crosses paths with a young Indian-Zanzibari woman. She is desperately trying to break free from the shackles of a repressive arranged marriage. Their lives intertwine as they...
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Kuishi Na Tembo (S)
2015 · Documentary · 12 min. · Tanzania
Direction Andrea Pawel
Synopsis Kuishi Na Tembo (S) (2015) is an enlightening educational film crafted for young viewers in Tanzania, focusing on the majestic elephant. This documentary delves into fascinating facts about elephants, exploring their daily lives and behaviors. It emphasizes the importance of...
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Direction Josiah Kibira
Cast Mukama Morandi · Laura Wangsness · Erick Baruti · Robert Kataraia
Synopsis Bongoland (2003) follows the journey of an undocumented Tanzanian individual navigating the complexities of life in Minnesota. The narrative delves into the challenges and harsh realities this person encounters while trying to establish a new life in the United States.
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Direction Jordan Riber
Cast Mohammed Ally · Queen Betta Domician · Amina Suleiman Hamisi · Bahati Hamisi
Synopsis Chumo (2011) follows the journey of Juma, a humble fisherman with a knack for storytelling, and Amina, a young woman captivated by his tales. Their shared affection faces a formidable obstacle in the form of Amina's father, Ali, who seeks...
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Direction Dorice Kaizirege
Cast William Benard · Atilio Chesco · Hassan Daffur · Michael Emanuel
Synopsis Mhuni (S) (2016) follows the journey of Jitu, a man who, after serving his time behind bars, is determined to turn over a new leaf. Upon his release from prison, Jitu is committed to shedding his past misdeeds and embracing...
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A Lot Like You
2012 · Documentary · 80 min. · Tanzania
Direction Eliaichi Kimaro
Synopsis A Lot Like You (2012) follows the journey of Eliaichi, who embarks on a profound film project after her retired father returns to Tanzania. This documentary delves into the intricate layers of multiracial identity, exploring the intricate connections that children...
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Direction Martin Mhando · Ron Mulvihill
Cast Barbarao · Amandina Lihamba · Samahani Kejeri · Waigwa Wachira
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Direction Eddie Mzale
Cast Kojack Chilo · Jafari Makatu · Habibu Mtambo · Azan Ramadhan
Synopsis EONII (2023) unfolds in the year 2061, where a groundbreaking discovery by scientists promises to rescue an entire continent. This pivotal innovation is known as EONII. As the revelation comes to light, clandestine factions emerge from the shadows, each vying...
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Direction Wanjiru Kairu
Cast Melvin Alusa · Maqbul Mohammed · Chichi Seeii
Synopsis Weakness (S) (2009) follows Nicky, a man grappling with alcoholism and striving for recovery, as he faces a significant challenge. Burdened by substantial debt to his aggressive older brother, Robbie, Nicky finds himself in desperate need of another loan. This...
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