Tears of Africa (2011)

Original title: 아프리카의 눈물 · Released 2011-03-24 · 85 min · Documentary · Rated 12 and over

Premiere nature documentary, Tears in the Africa!Through this program, we will deliver a realistic report on this fascinating part of the world A program of huge magnitude with breathtaking images... For this very special production, our TV crew spent an entire year in Africa. Through 307 days of local filming, Africa is captured vividly on HD film. Through high-tech Cineflex filming techniques, the wildlife of Africa is captured from amazing aerial views. In the third episode, the 5895m-high Mt. Kilimanjaro was filmed from the very top as our film helicopter passes right by the massive mountain. The clear image of permanent snowcaps and ice is captured. This special documentary is filled with vivid and realistic images of Africa!Episode 1: Red Winds from the LowerValley of the Omo Africa is where the fossils of early humans were found. In the northeast of Africa, there is the lower valley of the Omo, where ancient, primordial remains still breathe. Experience the rite of passage for men of the Karo Tribe called “cow jumping” and the fierce culture of stick-fighting called the Donga Festival, which have been handed down as tradition for thousands of years. However, at the same time, the sounds of cold gunshots pierce the red winds of this peaceful land and the tribes. What could be the reason for this sudden attack?Episode 2: The Revelation of the SaharaThe Sahara Desert covers most of North Africa. The name “Sahara” comes from “empty” and “infertile.” Just like its name, this massive desert stretches endlessly. However, for some people, this is a land of survival, and a place they call home. For the first time ever for a Korean TV broadcaster, we go on a massive journey of desert elephants that walk 600km in search of water and grassland. The program also captures the Gerewol Festival of the Fulani nomads, who create beauty of life in this infertile land.Episode 3: Tears of Mt. KilimanjaroMt. Kilimanjaro is a massive mountain in Africa where tropical and permanent snowcaps and ice co-exist. Through endless droughts and global warming, the permanent snow and ice are quickly melting, leaving behind only small-sized snowcaps on top of the mountain. Very soon, the mystery of Mt. Kilimanjaro could be buried as a legend forever. The Gorongosa National Park located in the heart of central Mozambique was often referred to as “Eden.” However, as of late, it is failing to live up to its nickname. Due to global climate anomalies, animals are being massacred and residents are leaving the land because they can no longer make a living by farming. The land is filled with nomads on a journey to find a new home. As the animals are killed and people migrate away from the land, Mt. Kilimanjaro can do nothing but shed its massive tears of ice.

Directed by

Han Hak-su (한학수), Jang Hyung-won (장형원)

Written by

Youn Hee-young (윤희영)

Editing

Woo Su-ho (우수호)

Produced by

Lee Jeong-sik (이정식)

Cast

Companies

MBC, Mountain Pictures Co.,Ltd

More films