Motherland (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2010, Motherland is a documentary film directed by Owen 'Alik Shahadah, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. Fusing history, culture, politics, and contemporary issues, Motherland sweeps across Africa to tell a new story of a dynamic continent. From the glory and majesty of Africa's past through its complex history. Africa as you have never seen it.
Who’s in it. Motherland stars Molefi Kete Asante as Self, Harry Belafonte as Self, Maulana Karenga as Self and Ali Mazrui as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Motherland sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Motherland page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Motherland (2010)?
- In US, Motherland is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Motherland worth watching?
- Motherland holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Motherland?
- Motherland stars Molefi Kete Asante, Harry Belafonte, Maulana Karenga, Ali Mazrui and Jacob Zuma.
- When was Motherland released?
- Motherland was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.