- “District 9” (2009): This science fiction film, directed by Neill Blomkamp, is set in Johannesburg and explores themes of segregation and discrimination through the story of extraterrestrial refugees.
- “Cry Freedom” (1987): Based on real events, this drama film showcases the struggle against apartheid in South Africa. It features Denzel Washington and Kevin Kline in leading roles.
- “Invictus” (2009): Directed by Clint Eastwood, this sports drama tells the inspiring story of Nelson Mandela’s efforts to unite a divided nation through the South African rugby team’s journey to the 1995 Rugby World Cup.
- “Tsotsi” (2005): Winner of the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, this crime drama follows the life of a young street thug in Soweto. It provides a poignant portrayal of life in urban South Africa.
- “Blood Diamond” (2006): This gripping political war thriller, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, is set during the Sierra Leone Civil War. While the majority of the film takes place in Sierra Leone, it also features scenes in South Africa.
- “The Power of One” (1992): Based on the novel by Bryce Courtenay, this drama film follows a young English boy growing up in South Africa during the 1930s and 1940s. It explores themes of racism, apartheid, and personal growth.
- “Yesterday” (2004): Set in a rural village in Mpumalanga, this heartwarming drama tells the story of a young woman who discovers she is HIV-positive and embarks on a journey to protect her young daughter’s future.
- “Black Panther” (2018): Although the film is set in the fictional nation of Wakanda, much of the movie was filmed in South Africa. The landscapes of the country serve as a backdrop to this superhero blockbuster.
- “The Gods Must Be Crazy” (1980): This comedy film is set in Botswana but features South African landscapes. It follows the journey of a Kalahari bushman who encounters modern civilisation for the first time.
“Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom” (2013): Based on Nelson Mandela’s autobiography, this biographical film chronicles the life of the South African political leader, from his youth to his imprisonment and eventual presidency
