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Rating:  - THE COMPLETE MOVIE
This is what I wanted; the full, complete miniseries. The quality is excellent. It is worth every penny that I paid. What more can I say?
Rating:  - Absence of an African Voice
This series misrepresents the real Shaka as he has been recorded in the oral narratives of the Zulu people. Mazisi Kunene compiled these narratives in to the epic "Emperor Shaka the Great," and it tells a much different story than the Brittish, who suffered their worst defeat prior to WWII at the hands of Shaka. I wonder what a miniseries done by them on George Washington would be like. Shaka was a genius of war and politics. He was a brilliant leader loved by his people and his legacy still lives but this miniseries is not it. It is clear that the filmmakers didn't see it necessary to consult with any experts the likes of Kunene, and instead relied on all the discredited accounts recorded by the Brittish. What a shame the revolutionary that defied Brittish imperialism couldn't be portrayed with the affection that Braveheart was. Clearly, the the filmmakers are just recreating the illusion they have of the Zulus and frankly it is racist. When will western people stop speaking for Africans and let them tell their own story. The real Shaka is much more inspirational, impressive and humane than this series is capable of depicting namely b/c it is a one side of the story masquerading as both sides. Read Kunene if you want the truth.
Rating: - Shaka's Legacy
Shaka was a tribal Hitler who gave no mercy to interference with his plan to rule Africa. The Zulu nation went along with his plan for the glory.
It is interesting to see how the Zulus were able to form a formidable alliance against other tribes and the English under Shaka. The customs and realistic lifestyle of the Zulus and British history is also interesting viewing.
Rating: - Why isn't Henry Cele listed as one of the stars on the page for this movie?
I watched this movie years ago and I'm looking forward to watching it again. HOWEVER, although Cele is the star of the movie, he is not listed with the other stars on the page for this product. I think this is ridiculous. He should be listed first!!!
Rating: - Put The Kids To Bed & Watch This Masterpiece!
I usually don't review movies, much less miniseries, but this miniseries on Shaka Zulu was absolutely captivating. I could not stop watching it. It's that good.
For several years, I looked forward to this particular series coning on television every year - but like most "good cinema", they haven't been showing it in recent years. If they have - I haven't been able to find it.
So that's why about 3 years ago I started searching for it and couldn't find it in the traditional book/dvd stores. I was so excited when I found the miniseries here at Amazon - I put it on my wish list for Christmas:)
The acting is superb. The story makes sense and seems historically accurate. And the story is riveting. Not for the faint of heart, this is a miniseries that is for adults only. There are a few tough scenes to watch. That's why I highly recommend that you put the kids to bed, pop a little pop-secret popcorn, and watch this miniseries from beginning to end. It will move you.
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