Country: Namibia

Direction Tim Huebschle

Cast Obed Emvula

Synopsis Time (S) (2007) presents a unique, wordless conversation between an African American man and the iconic white monuments of Washington, D.C. Through a series of silent exchanges, the film explores themes of history, race, and the power of public spaces....

Direction John Marshall

Synopsis Baobab Play (S) (1971) captures a lively scene where young individuals engage in a spirited game, hurling sticks, berries, and leaves at one another while perched in the expansive branches of a majestic baobab tree. The documentary showcases the joy...

Direction Philippe Talavera

Cast Felicity Celento · Elize de Wee · Dawie Engelbrecht · Mikiros Garoes

Direction Florian Schott

Cast Mara Baumgartner · Obed Emvula · Whilzahn Gelderbloem · Tjuna Kauapirura

Synopsis Katutura (2015) unfolds in a gritty township where aspirations often fade, a young boy confined to a wheelchair finds himself in the throes of first love. His newfound affection leads him to challenge a feared drug lord, setting off a...

Direction Florian Schott

Cast Steven Afrikaner · Camilla Jo-Ann Daries · Robert Hara Gaeb · Anna Louw

Synopsis Baxu and the Giants (2019) follows the journey of a resilient 9-year-old girl as she navigates the impact of rhino poaching on her rural community in Namibia. This poignant narrative delves into the social transformations sparked by the escalating threat...

Direction Tim Huebschle

Cast Onesmus Uupindi · Ilke Platt · Aune Hamunyela · Immanuel Namwandi

Synopsis Looking for Iilonga (S) (2011) begins with a man's unexpected arrival at Simon's residence, asserting that Simon's wife, Elizabeth, has accumulated a significant debt. Confronted with this revelation, Simon finds himself compelled to settle his family's financial obligations. Uprooted from...

Direction Desiree Kahikopo-Meiffret

Cast Girley Jazama · Jan-Baren Scheepers · Sunet Van Wyk · Muhindua Kaura

Synopsis The White Line (2019) follows the journey of a family navigating the harsh realities of a bleak era, where love blossoms amidst adversity. The narrative unfolds as a beacon of hope, illustrating how love can flourish even in the most...

Direction Richard Pakleppa

Cast Nicola Hanekom · Pope Jerrod · Grant Swanby

Synopsis Taste of Rain (2012) follows the journey of Rachel, who faces immense challenges as a severe drought devastates her farm and personal life. The arrival of a water-diviner sparks significant transformations, forcing Rachel to confront an inner desert and uncover...

Direction Robert Peters

Cast Eric Roberts · René Mena · Thapelo Mokoena · Ini Dima Okojie

Synopsis Skeleton Coast (2024) follows a team of African researchers who venture to the treacherous shores of Namibia's coastline in pursuit of Blunamite, a gemstone previously unknown to science. Their expedition takes a grim turn when one of their members meets...

Direction Niccolò Bruna

Cast Theo Paulina Goliath · Gerda Ortman · Hendrik Jantze · Nazeema Scheffers

Direction Tim Huebschle

Cast David Ndjavera · Christin Meinecke-Mareka · Jens Schneider · Jade Coury

Synopsis Dead River (2012) unfolds against the backdrop of Apartheid-era Namibia, chronicling the extraordinary bond between the offspring of a farm laborer and the farmer's daughter. David and Lisa's connection blossoms through the harmonious interplay of her flute melodies and his...

Direction Charles Burnett

Cast Danny Glover · Carl Lumbly · Chrisjan Appollus · Obed Emvula

Direction Perivi Katjavivi

Cast Girley Jazama · David Ndjavera · Roya Diehl · Dawie Engelbrecht

Direction Ray Müller

Cast Leni Riefenstahl

Synopsis Leni Riefenstahl im Sudan (2003) chronicles the remarkable expedition of legendary filmmaker Leni Riefenstahl as she returns to Sudan at the venerable age of 97. The documentary follows her quest to reconnect with the people of the Nuba tribe, specifically...

Direction Florian Schott

Cast Lize-Leandra Ehlers · Joel Haikali · Muhindua Kaura · Norman Job

Synopsis Everything Happens for a Reason (S) (2013) follows the chaotic journey of an unfortunate individual who finds himself entangled in a web of misfortune. The story unfolds with two menacing thugs, a man brandishing a gun, a girlfriend seething with...