The Malawian film industry is on the brink of transformation -- and at the center of this renaissance stands Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, a man whose passion for the arts has long transcended words.

There are several movies currently streaming on Netflix that few people know about, but that are worth watching.

*A new documentary short follows Rihanna as she teaches math, mingles with students and learns about the numerous challenges facing the educational system in rural Malawi. The singer’s trip was part ...