Mpakani

Mpakani tries to string a story together over its lengthy runtime but fails at every turn. Character development is non-existent. The plot, while promising, falls flat on its face thanks to stiff actors who go through every line as though they're being held at gunpoint.

I was looking for positives throughout my binge watch, but could only find very few and they were very far in between.

Ultimately the effort can be applauded, especially given what a massive risk Netflix took on a country that frankly isn't known for its film prowess. But what was delivered at the end of the day was lazy writing, stiff acting and an illogical portrayal of what being in the military is like.