Death and the King's Horseman(2023)
The Greater the Honour, the Deeper the Shame
10.02h 33mDramaHistory
Directed by Tawiah M'Carthy
Written by Wole Soyinka
Your rating
Not rated
Overview
In British-occupied Nigeria, a Yoruba king, the Alafin, has died, and it is the duty of his horseman, Elesin, to accompany him into the afterlife. While lustily enjoying the pleasures of this world, Elesin proudly anticipates his transition to the next – but the sacred ritual is interrupted, resulting in unforeseen tragedy. Inspired by a real-life incident, this masterpiece from Nobel Prize winner Soyinka celebrates a community striving to uphold its culture in the face of colonial power.
Why you might like it
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 33m
Trailers & Videos
Cast
Where to watch
Downloads
Loading downloads…