WANDERLIST: Sierra Leone in books and on film
“Blood Diamond” (2006) starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Djimon Hounsou,highlights the issue of conflict diamonds in…
“Blood Diamond” (2006) starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Djimon Hounsou,highlights the issue of conflict diamonds in…
Singapore, the island city-state, is a fusion of modernity and tradition. Boasting a tapestry of…
“Crazy Rich Asians” (2018): This romantic comedy-drama film, based on Kevin Kwan’s novel (below), showcases…
Slovakia, a land of natural beauty, history, and cultural delights is located in the heart…
Hostel (2005): This horror film, directed by Eli Roth, is set in Slovakia. A group…
Welcome to Slovenia, a hidden gem located in the heart of Europe, with its landscapes,…
“On the Milky Road” (2016) – Directed by Emir Kusturica, this Serbian drama film takes…
Located in the heart of the Pacific Ocean, the Solomon Islands is a hidden gem…
“The Thin Red Line” (1998): Directed by Terrence Malick, this epic war film is set…
Somalia, a country with a diverse landscape and rich cultural heritage, is an off-the-beaten-path tourism…
“Black Hawk Down” (2001) – Directed by Ridley Scott, this war film is based on…
South Africa is a diverse and beautiful country with nine provinces, each offering attractions and…
“District 9” (2009): This science fiction film, directed by Neill Blomkamp, is set in Johannesburg…
“Cry, the Beloved Country” by Alan Paton is a renowned work of fiction set in…
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, an icy wonderland Located in the Southern Ocean,…
Minorca, the lesser-known sister island of Majorca in the Balearic archipelago. With its untouched natural…
Ibiza, the island in the Mediterranean is renowned for its electrifying nightlife, beautiful beaches, and…
Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008) – Directed by Woody Allen, this romantic comedy showcases the beauty…
“Don Quixote” by Miguel de Cervantes: This iconic novel follows the adventures of the delusional…
Sri Lanka, the pearl of the Indian Ocean, offers a magnificent tapestry of culture, landscapes,…
“The Bridge on the River Kwai” (1957) – Although not entirely set in Sri Lanka,…
Located in the heart of Africa, Sudan is a country brimming with ancient history, diverse…
The Good Lie” (2014): This drama film follows the story of Sudanese refugees who journey…
Suriname on the northeastern coast of South America, beckons adventurous visitors with its untouched rainforests,…
“The Colour Purple” (1985) – While the majority of the film is set in the…
Located high up in the Arctic, the enchanting archipelago of Svalbard beckons adventurous souls with…
“The Golden Compass” (2007): Based on Philip Pullman’s popular novel, this fantasy adventure film includes…
“The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” (2009) – A thrilling crime drama based on Stieg…
“The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” by Stieg Larsson – The first book in the…
North Face (2008): Based on a true story, this German-language film tells the harrowing tale…
“Heidi” by Johanna Spyri: This classic children’s novel tells the story of a young orphan…
Located in the heart of the Middle East, Syria is a destination rich in history,…
“The White Helmets” (2016) – A documentary film that showcases the Syrian Civil Defense’s efforts…
“The Shell” by Mustafa Khalifa: This compelling novel follows the story of a Syrian man…
Taipei, a destination that captivates visitors with its rich cultural heritage, landscapes, and mouthwatering culinary…
“Yi Yi” (2000) – Directed by Edward Yang, this critically acclaimed drama follows a family…
Tajikistan, a magnificent and often underrated gem in Central Asia, of rugged landscapes, ancient history,…
“Luna Papa” (1999), a German-Russian-Tajik co-production directed by Bakhtyar Khudojnazarov, which tells a story set…
Tanzania is an extraordinary East African nation brimming with natural wonders, cultures, and exciting adventures.…
“The Lion King” (1994): Though fictional, this beloved Disney animated classic draws inspiration from the…