Native Sun (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2011, Native Sun is a drama and adventure film directed by Blitz Bazawule, running about 21 minutes.
What it’s about. Mumin, a precocious young boy, makes the long trip to Accra from his home in Ghana’s rural northern region. He leaves having just experienced his mothers death, her last words to him a directive to travel to Accra and find the father he has never met. Along the journey he experiences Ghana as only a child can and in so doing expands our view of what the country is and what it will be.
Who’s in it. Native Sun stars Edward Dankwa as Mumin, Helena Yaboah as Akousa, Marcus Quarshie as Mumin's Father and Mary as Mumin's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Native Sun has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Native Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of Native Sun tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Native Sun (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Native Sun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Native Sun worth watching?
- Native Sun holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Native Sun?
- Native Sun stars Edward Dankwa, Helena Yaboah, Marcus Quarshie, Mary and Blitz Bazawule.
- When was Native Sun released?
- Native Sun was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 21 minutes.