- “The Dogs of War” (1980) – Directed by John Irvin, this film features scenes set in Equatorial Guinea during a fictional civil war. It tells the story of a mercenary hired to stage a coup in the country.
- “Bioko: The Secret of the Spider’s Web” (2009) – Directed by Juanma Suárez, this Spanish-language film is set on the island of Bioko in Equatorial Guinea. It revolves around a group of friends who stumble upon a mysterious treasure.
- “Equator” (2005) – Directed by Sergej Stanojkovski, this German documentary explores the history and culture of Equatorial Guinea, including the reign of the country’s former president, Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo.
- “Darwin’s Nightmare” (2004) – Although primarily set in Tanzania, this awarded-winning documentary by Hubert Sauper depicts the impact of the fishing industry on Lake Victoria, which affects countries in the region, including Equatorial Guinea.
- “96 Minutes” (2011) – While this movie primarily takes place in the United States, it includes a character who is an immigrant from Equatorial Guinea, highlighting their experiences in a foreign land.
- “By Night the Mountain Burns” by Juan Tomás Ávila Laurel: This novel portrays the author’s childhood memories growing up on the island of annobón in Equatorial Guinea.
- “Shadows of Your Black Memory” by Donato Ndongo-Bidyogo: Set during the era of Spanish colonial rule, this novel explores themes of identity, love, and corruption.
- “The Eye of the Sun” by Ramón Esono Ebalé: This graphic novel tells the story of a young boy named Ebalé growing up under the oppressive regime of Equatorial Guinea.
- “Boneyard: A Novel” by Ariel Dorfman: While not entirely set in Equatorial Guinea, this novel includes the country as one of its settings and explores aspects of its history and culture.
- “Trifonia’s Tears” by Guillermina Mekuy Mba Obono: This novel focuses on Trifonia, a young girl from a small village in Equatorial Guinea, and her coming-of-age journey.
WANDERLIST Equatorial Guinea: Ten must-see attractions (and some off-the-beaten-track)
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