Review
It's not perfect but 'Queen Sono' could be a game-changer for African cinema
This thoughtful and engaging movie shows that locally produced content can compete with international shows on both a production and genre level
01 March 2020 - 00:04
Make no mistake, the arrival of Netflix's first commissioned African series is a big deal. With a depth of pocket and access to millions of subscribers across the globe, the streaming giant's decision to begin to create content made by Africans for African audiences is a positive and hopefully game-changing development for content producers and consumers across the continent and beyond...
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