Cook Off

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.

I discovered this movie on Netflix Australia the other night after scrolling, scrolling, scrolling...ooh - wait a minute - did I just find a movie from Zimbabwe? Wow - never seen one. Well I'm so glad I dived in, because it was a treat!

There was some great acting, some popping chemistry between Anesu and her swooney suitor, lots of laughs - and I must mention the fantastic music tracks - I wrote them all down so I can explore later!

'Cook Off' gives us a rare glimpse into life in Zimbabwe - or life in a Zimbabwean film I guess, whatever - because in that glimpse, of course, we see the same funny, silly, cranky, sweet, scared, spunky humans doing their thing, having their dramas, loves and laughs - just like all over this tiny, spinning globe we're clinging on to.

Meanwhile, I'm really looking forward to the next Zimbabwean film.

This is a beautiful story. The lead character is absolutely gorgeous and did an excellent job. Supporting cast was wonderful too. Love watching the landscape of Harare, the music score was brilliantly selected.

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!

Very engaging and well acted. Brilliant to see films like this coming from Zimbabwe. I watched it again with my family who enjoyed it.