The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
dir. Chiwetel Ejiofor · 2019
The struggle to overcome adversity through creativity and knowledge can lead to transformative change in one's community.
Feature
Underdog Triumph
Mood
Uplifting / Contemplative
Look
warm tones highlighting rural landscapes, naturalistic cinematography
Structure
linear progression with flashbacks
Plot
Against all the odds, a thirteen year old boy in Malawi invents an unconventional way to save his family and village from famine.
Why watch
"The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" is a stirring tale of ingenuity and determination, showcasing a young boy's quest to save his village from famine through innovative thinking. This uplifting narrative reveals the power of hope and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.
Cultural context
Malawi's fight against faminethe role of education in developing nationstraditional community valuesthe impact of technology in rural settings