Sambizanga (1972)

Step into the revolutionary world of Sambizanga (1972), Sarah Maldoror’s groundbreaking film about the early days of Angola's fight for independence. Based on the novel A Vida Verdadeira de Domingos Xavier, this powerful piece of African cinema shines a light on the human toll of colonial oppression and the resilience of grassroots resistance. As one of the first films directed by a woman from Africa, Sambizanga remains a landmark in both political storytelling and cinematic history.