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Muganga
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Muganga

2025 · 110 min History Drama
7.3 / 10 · TMDB

Dr. Jean-Marie Mukenge returns to his native village after studying in Europe. Instead of a modern clinic, he finds only a clay hut and skepticism from locals accustomed to traditional healers. The 1970s in Zaire is a time when Western medicine clashes with ancient beliefs. Jean-Marie tries to prove the effectiveness of his methods, but each case becomes a test not only for his patients but for his own convictions. This 2025 historical drama explores cultural collision through the lens of human suffering and hope.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director employs naturalistic cinematography, bringing the camera close to the mundane details of village life to emphasize the fragility of the human body against disease.

What lingers is a quiet meditation on the space between proof and faith, where every diagnosis carries the weight of tradition. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Marie-Hélène Roux

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In a university common room during a light rain, discussing ethics with fellow students.

🎭 Cast

Isaach de Bankolé

Isaach de Bankolé

Denis Mukwege

Vincent Macaigne

Vincent Macaigne

Guy-Bernard Cadière

Manon Bresch

Manon Bresch

Maia Cadière

Babetida Sadjo

Babetida Sadjo

Blanche

Déborah Lukumuena

Déborah Lukumuena

Busara

Joely Mbundu

Joely Mbundu

Hatia

Yves-Marina Gnahoua

Yves-Marina Gnahoua

Kymia Mukwege

Soliane Moisset

Soliane Moisset

Florence

Kody Kim

Kody Kim

Jeff

Nadège Ouedraogo

Nadège Ouedraogo

Dr.Astrid

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