The Last King of Scotland
James McAvoy, Forest Whitaker, Gillian Anderson
Based on the events of the brutal Ugandan dictator Idi Amin's regime as seen by his personal physician during the 1970s.
Why you'll love it
While primarily focused on Uganda, the film touches on the broader East African context, including the impact of colonialism and the role of religion in society.
Teza
Aaron Arefe, Abiye Tedla, Takelech Beyene
The Ethiopian intellectual Anberber returns to his native country during the repressive totalitarian regime of Haile Mariam Mengistu and the recognition of his own displacement and powerlessness at the dissolution of his people's ...
Why you'll love it
The film explores the life of a young Ethiopian intellectual returning home during the political turmoil, highlighting the cultural and religious aspects of Ethiopian society.
Difret
Meron Getnet, Tizita Hagere, Abel Abebe
A young lawyer travels to an Ethiopian village to represent Hirut, a 14-year-old girl who shot her would-be husband as he and others were practicing one of the nation's oldest traditions: abduction into marriage.
Why you'll love it
Based on a true story, this film addresses issues of women's rights and cultural practices in Ethiopia, showcasing the intersection of tradition and modernity.