Beat the Drum
Young Musa is orphaned after a mysterious illness strikes his village in KwaZulu Natal. To help his grandmother, Musa sets out for Johannesburg with his father's last gift, a tribal drum, in search of work and his uncle. The journey confronts him with the stark realities of urban life, but his indomitable spirit never wavers; he returns with a truth and understanding his elders have failed to grasp.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Beat the Drum
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 2003-10-10
- Runtime: 114 minutes
- Rating: 7.438/10 (16 votes)
- Budget: $2,000,000
- Revenue: $895
- Production Companies:
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.6801
- Languages: English, Zulu
Cast & Crew
Junior Singo
as Musa
Mary Twala
as Ntombi
Adelaide Shabalala
as Village Sangoma
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beat the Drum?â–Ľ
Beat the Drum is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2003-10-10.
Who are the main actors in Beat the Drum?â–Ľ
The main cast includes Junior Singo, Mary Twala, Adelaide Shabalala, .
Where can I watch Beat the Drum online?â–Ľ
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Beat the Drum is available.
Is Beat the Drum based on a true story?â–Ľ
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Beat the Drum?â–Ľ
Beat the Drum has an IMDb rating of 7.438/10 based on 16 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Beat the Drum?â–Ľ
The movie had a production budget of $2,000,000 and earned $895 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Beat the Drum?â–Ľ
The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Beat the Drum filmed?â–Ľ
Beat the Drum was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Beat the Drum?â–Ľ
The total runtime of Beat the Drum is 114 minutes.
Is Beat the Drum suitable for kids?â–Ľ
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Beat the Drum?â–Ľ
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Beat the Drum.
Does Beat the Drum have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ
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