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Cook Off

  • 2017
  • 1h 41m
IMDb RATING
6.0/10
506
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Jesesi Mungoshi, Eddie Sandifolo, Tomas Brickhill, Tendaiishe Chitima, Tehn Diamond, Fungai Majaya, and Eugene Zimbudzi in Cook Off (2017)
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ComedyRomance

Single mother Anesu's life is turned upside down when her son enters her into a reality TV competition. A refreshing view of contemporary life in Harare, Zimbabwe, told through the lens of a... Read allSingle mother Anesu's life is turned upside down when her son enters her into a reality TV competition. A refreshing view of contemporary life in Harare, Zimbabwe, told through the lens of a classic romantic comedy.Single mother Anesu's life is turned upside down when her son enters her into a reality TV competition. A refreshing view of contemporary life in Harare, Zimbabwe, told through the lens of a classic romantic comedy.

  • Director
    • Tomas Brickhill
  • Writer
    • Tomas Brickhill
  • Stars
    • Wilson Biswell
    • Tomas Brickhill
    • Memory Bususu
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    • IMDb RATING
    6.0/10
    506
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    • Director
      • Tomas Brickhill
    • Writer
      • Tomas Brickhill
    • Stars
      • Wilson Biswell
      • Tomas Brickhill
      • Memory Bususu
    • 30User reviews
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    Wilson Biswell
    • Judge
    Tomas Brickhill
    • JJ
    • (as Tomas Lutuli Brickhill)
    Memory Bususu
    • Mai Shupi
    • (as Memory Buzuzu)
    Chati Butao
    • Simba M
    Chimwemwe Chipidza
    • TV Show Assistant Director
    Chirikure Chirikure
    • Judge
    Tendaiishe Chitima
    • Anesu
    Jane Dembo
    • Mai Kuda
    Tehn Diamond
    • Prince
    Bethabile Dlami
    • Tsitsi
    Kevin Hanssen
    • Judge
    Charles Kapfupi
    • Judge
    Michael Kudakwashe
    • Judge
    Fungai Majaya
    • Milly Ann
    Zolile Makeleni
    • Londoners Bar Extra
    Charlene Mangweni
    • Ophelia
    Phillip Marumha
    • Security Guard
    Takudzwa Matinenga
    • Kuda
    • Director
      • Tomas Brickhill
    • Writer
      • Tomas Brickhill
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    7rodney-64998

    A True Gem

    Cook Off is Zimbabwe's first ever flick on Netflix and it was a breath of fresh air. The cast was impeccable and did a marvelous job executing a heart warming and well crafted story. And to believe that it was shot and produced for less than $10000 makes it even more accomplished. Enjoyed it!
    7miracleokafor

    Good movie

    I am usually not enthusiastic to watch African movies, their scripts are usually unrealistic and their acting poor. However, i really enjoyed this movie; despite my initial doubt. The script is good and original, most the actors did well too.
    10douglasashtonda

    Proudly Zimbabwean

    For a Zimbabwean movie, I am impressed with the production, the script, the site and content! I loved the energy of the actors and the synergy of "Old timers" in the Zimbabwean film industry and the New Kids on the block!

    Well Done!
    8drneevil@yahoo.com

    Charming, sweet and funny

    Watched this purely because it's a Zimbabwean film!

    Cheap as chips but you can tell they made every cent stretch. And it was just wonderful to hear the accents, Shona, mbira music and bird song in the background.

    The actors are fully committed; there's some lovely friendships depicted and inter-generational support. I don't even like cooking but I really enjoyed this!
    9eddiesycamore

    Great Movie

    I stumbled across this movie on Netflix, and thought I would give it a try. Low budget, but well performed and great to see a Zimbabwean movie on UK TV. Looking forward to seeing more from this team.

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      This is the first movie from Zimbabwe to stream on Netflix.

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    • Release date
      • December 2017 (Zimbabwe)
    • Country of origin
      • Zimbabwe
    • Language
      • English
    • Production companies
      • MMX Productions
      • Mufambanidzo
      • Quite Bright Films
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      • 1h 41m(101 min)
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      • 2.35 : 1

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