Adventure Films Set in the Kalahari Desert

Description: This iconic surf documentary includes a segment where the surfers explore the Kalahari, showcasing the desert's vastness and the contrast with their quest for the perfect wave.

Fact: The film is credited with popularizing the sport of surfing worldwide.

Description: This action-adventure film features mercenaries hired to rescue a deposed African leader, with some scenes set in the Kalahari, showcasing the desert's role in military operations.

Fact: The film boasts an all-star cast including Richard Burton, Roger Moore, and Richard Harris.

Description: This South African comedy-adventure film follows a San tribesman who journeys across the Kalahari to return a mysterious object that has caused chaos in his village. Its humor and depiction of the desert's vastness make it a classic.

Fact: The film was a surprise international hit, spawning sequels and becoming a cultural phenomenon. It was also one of the first films to feature the San people in a leading role.

Description: While not entirely set in the Kalahari, this film captures the essence of desert travel and existential exploration, with some scenes filmed in the Sahara, which shares similarities with the Kalahari.

Fact: The film was directed by Bernardo Bertolucci and features stunning cinematography by Vittorio Storaro.

Description: Although primarily set in Kenya, the film includes scenes in the Kalahari, where the protagonist hunts man-eating lions. The desert's harsh environment adds to the tension and survival theme of the story.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Tsavo maneaters, but the Kalahari scenes were added for dramatic effect.

Description: While not exclusively set in the Kalahari, this film adaptation of Alexander McCall Smith's novels features scenes in the desert, highlighting the cultural richness and the detective adventures of Mma Ramotswe.

Fact: The film was part of a series that aired on HBO, bringing Botswana's landscapes and culture to a global audience.

Description: In this sequel to "The Gods Must Be Crazy," the San tribesman Xi continues his journey, this time to find a legendary city of gold. The film captures the beauty of the Kalahari while exploring themes of greed and simplicity.

Fact: The film was shot in both South Africa and Botswana, showcasing the diverse landscapes of the Kalahari region.

Description: Another entry in the "No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency" series, this film focuses on Mma Ramotswe's efforts to start a typing school, with scenes set in the Kalahari, emphasizing the community and cultural aspects of the region.

Fact: The series was praised for its portrayal of Botswana's culture and landscapes.

Description: This documentary follows the efforts to save the last remaining rhinos in the Kalahari, blending adventure with conservation themes, showcasing the desert's wildlife.

Fact: The film highlights the work of conservationists in one of the harshest environments on Earth.

Description: A lesser-known film that explores the lives of people living in the Kalahari, focusing on their daily struggles and adventures in the desert environment.

Fact: This film was made with the cooperation of local communities, providing an authentic look at life in the Kalahari.