Sango: The Legendary African King

This extraordinary epic film brings 15th-century Africa-before the arrival of colonizers-to rich, colorful life, chronicling the exploits of legendary Yoruba king Sango, ruler of the Oyo Empire. In this example of popular cinema, all manner of exciting trials, adventures, and emotional drama attend Sango's ascension to the throne, his battles with the Olowu and his own war generals, his dangerous experimentation with potent charms, and his ultimate deification.