- “Pray the Devil Back to Hell” (2008): This documentary film tells the inspiring story of a group of Liberian women who played a significant role in bringing an end to the civil war in Liberia. It focuses on their efforts to restore peace and democracy, led by Leymah Gbowee, who later won the Nobel Peace Prize.
- “The Land of Grown-Ups” (2011): Directed by Vimukthi Jayasundara, this drama is set in Liberia and explores the story of a young boy named Binda, who lives in a post-war society. The movie delves into themes of poverty, conflict, and personal growth.
- “Johnny Mad Dog” (2008): Directed by Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire, this gripping drama takes place during the Liberian civil war. It follows the story of a 15-year-old child soldier named Johnny Mad Dog and provides a raw and harrowing depiction of the war’s impact on child soldiers.
- “E-Team” (2014): Though not exclusively set in Liberia, this documentary film follows the work of a group of Human Rights Watch investigators, including two members who go to Liberia to report on human rights abuses in the aftermath of the civil war.
- “Out of My Hand” (2015): This drama, directed by Takeshi Fukunaga, tells the story of a Liberian rubber plantation worker named Cisco. The film explores Cisco’s journey as he leaves Liberia to seek a better life in New York City, delving into themes of identity and the challenges faced by migrants.
- “The House at Sugar Beach” by Helene Cooper: This memoir depicts Cooper’s childhood in Liberia, providing a account of her privileged upbringing and subsequent exile during the country’s civil war.
- “She Would Be King” by Wayétu Moore: This novel combines historical fiction and magical realism to tell the story of three extraordinary characters who navigate Liberia’s history, including its colonisation, civil war, and quest for independence.
- “Murder in Montserrado” by Patrice Juah: Set in the capital city of Monrovia, this crime novel follows the investigative efforts of Detective Blue Mahoney as he tries to solve a series of gruesome murders that threaten to destabilize the country.
- “The Darling” by Russell Banks: Though not exclusively set in Liberia, this novel explores the life of Hannah Musgrave, an American radical who finds herself caught up in revolutionary movements across the globe, including Liberia’s civil war.
- “Johnny Mad Dog” by Emmanuel Dongala: While primarily set in Congo-Brazzaville, this novel touches upon the regional conflicts that have spilled into Liberia. It tells the harrowing tale of child soldiers and the horrors they endure during wartime.
WANDERLIST: Libya in books and on film
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