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1 Best Movies Set in or About Malawi
Compare how outside filmmakers have used Malawi as a sustained setting or subject.
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Runtime, mood, and entry level help narrow the list without replacing the editorial ranking.
| Film | Runtime | Genre | Mood | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind | Not verified |
1 Movie Set in or About Malawi
Foreign-led films whose sustained setting or subject remains centered on Malawi.
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1. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
Based on a true story, a resourceful thirteen-year-old in drought-stricken Malawi teaches himself, from scavenged parts and a library book, to build a windmill that could save his family and village from famine. Chiwetel Ejiofor's inspiring drama.
Hear the country first
5 Best Movies from Malawi to Watch First
Start with films made from within Malawi, then follow the country's own creative voice through the complete ranking.
- The Road to Sunrise 2017
- Fatsani: A Tale of Survival 2020
- The Last Fishing Boat 2013
Selected by the FilmsAroundThe.World editorial desk
Selections require an outside creative lead and a story or subject substantially centered on Malawi. Decision labels are concise editorial aids, and content notes are non-exhaustive. Read the methodology.
Editorial review: 2026-07-14
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