African Folktales Reimagined - Season 1
Season 1
Episodes
Katera of the Punishment Island
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.
Halima's Choice
Forced into an arranged marriage, Halima turns to a stranger — and the virtual world of Napata — for help. From Nigerian director Korede Azeez.
Anyango and the Ogre
Three children and their mother seek solace in a folktale as they attempt to escape an abusive father. From Kenyan director Voline Ogutu.
Enmity Djinn
An elderly woman is forced to confront a malevolent djinn that once haunted her past. From Mauritanian director Mohamed Echkouna.
Katope
A young girl born at the onset of a drought encounters a mysterious rain bird. From Tanzanian director Walt Mzengi.
MaMlambo
A mystical river being, Uma'Mlambo, watches over troubled women. From South African director Gcobisa Yako.
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