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1 Best Movies Set in or About Gabon

Compare how outside filmmakers have used Gabon as a sustained setting or subject.

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The Great White Man of LambarénéNot verified

1 Movie Set in or About Gabon

Foreign-led films whose sustained setting or subject remains centered on Gabon.

  1. 1. The Great White Man of Lambaréné

    Le Grand Blanc de Lambaréné · 1995

    This biographical drama takes a critical look at Albert Schweitzer, the revered doctor who ran a hospital in colonial Gabon, viewing his celebrated humanitarianism through African eyes. A pointed, revisionist portrait.

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5 Best Movies from Gabon to Watch First

Start with films made from within Gabon, then follow the country's own creative voice through the complete ranking.

  1. Dôlè 2000
  2. The Tam Tams Are Silent 1972
  3. Boxing Libreville 2018
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Selected by the FilmsAroundThe.World editorial desk

Selections require an outside creative lead and a story or subject substantially centered on Gabon. Decision labels are concise editorial aids, and content notes are non-exhaustive. Read the methodology.

Editorial review: 2026-07-14

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