Movies Like Mugabe and the White African

Hotel Rwanda is a powerful depiction of the Rwandan genocide, centering on a hotel manager who houses refugees. If you were moved by Mugabe and the White African’s exploration of humanitarian crises in Africa, this film's themes of courage and resilience in the face of atrocity will also make a deep impact.

This gripping historical drama delves into the brutal regime of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin as seen through the eyes of his personal physician. The Last King of Scotland shares a similar focus on African politics and tyranny, which would resonate with viewers fascinated by Mugabe and the White African.

Invictus tells the inspiring true story of how Nelson Mandela united South Africa through the universal language of sport, following the end of apartheid. The film captures a historic moment in African politics, offering an uplifting counterpoint to the serious issues faced in Mugabe and the White African.

Cry Freedom chronicles the efforts of South African journalist Donald Woods in seeking justice for his friend, anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko. The film touches upon themes of racial discrimination and political corruption, aligning with the intense, real-life struggles depicted in Mugabe and the White African.

Catch a Fire is a thriller based on the true story of Patrick Chamusso, an apolitical man who becomes a freedom fighter against South Africa's apartheid system. Its exploration of a man’s transformation in response to political oppression is thematically consistent with Mugabe and the White African.