African Giants

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African Giants

Released Aug 21

1h 46m

Comedy

Drama

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Over a weekend visit in Los Angeles, two first-generation Sierra Leonean American brothers navigate the changing dynamics of brotherhood after a surprise announcement.

Todd Jorgenson

Cinemalogue

Rich cultural specificity brings a fresh perspective to a familiar scenario in this two-handed drama about masculinity, sibling bonds, and the clash between dreams and expectations.

Aug 23, 2024

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Tina Kakadelis

Beyond the Cinerama Dome

Complemented by gorgeous cinematography, African Giants is an ode to brotherly love and a reminder that we are capable of growing up.

May 23, 2024

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Ben Shehadi

Film Threat

Well-written, well-acted and well-crafted, it is what a good movie ought to look like.

Rated: 7.5/10

Feb 29, 2024

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Douglas Davidson

Elements of Madness

Especially with the performances from his leads which seem to leave one feeling raw and vulnerable, [director Omar] Kamara’s work becomes a film that lingers through its honesty.

Rated: 3.5/5

Feb 7, 2024

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Heidy Morales

Hye's Musings

'African Giants' is a rich story. The film is a love letter to brotherhood. There are many aspects of the film that I appreciate... being witness to the brothers in moments of vulnerability, moments of truth, moments of struggle, and moments of love.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jan 29, 2024

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Kristy Strouse

Film Inquiry

African Giants is a beautiful and rich look at brotherhood with an engaging plot and confident directorial prowess.

Jan 26, 2024

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Austin

Keep them in theaters

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/24/24

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Francis S

This is an impressive movie, made with care and crafted with grace. The script seems to put too many issues in play and it feels long and repetitive in the middle. The performances and the directing, however, are magnificient. I wish I had a brother like Sheku.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

11/17/24

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Gary G

So many interesting facets to this movie: Immigrants, what world do I belong to, my desires vs my parents/society’s desires, peer pressures. Acting was top-notch!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/25/24

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Synopsis

Over a weekend visit in Los Angeles, two first-generation Sierra Leonean American brothers navigate the changing dynamics of brotherhood after a surprise announcement.

Director: Omar S. Kamara
Producer: Omar S. Kamara, Leo Blumberg-Woll, Jordan Tyner
Screenwriter: Omar S. Kamara
Distributor: Juno Films
Production Co: African Giants
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 21, 2024, Limited
Runtime: 1h 46m

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