Viva Riva

Set in the vibrant and chaotic city of Kinshasa, this film follows the story of Riva, a small-time operator who returns to his hometown with a stash of stolen gasoline, hoping to make a fortune. As he navigates the dangerous underworld, he becomes entangled with a beautiful nightclub singer and a ruthless Angolan gangster. The film is directed by Djo Munga and features a gripping narrative that captures the raw energy of its setting. It won six African Movie Academy Awards, including Best Picture. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.