The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden

The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden poster

Nombeko Mayeki is a young woman from Soweto who finds herself caught in an international whirlwind from South Africa to Sweden. A heroine born in the slums of South Africa, she rises from obscurity to become the key player in an international nuclear conspiracy, accidentally saving the Swedish monarchy and averting global catastrophe with her quick-witted resourcefulness.

Director: Kagiso Lediga
Genre: Drama, Adventure

Screenplay

Production: The Global Ensemble Drama, Palomar Entertainment, Diprente
Country: South Africa, Norway, United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Social Commentary and Reflection

Keywords

based on novel or book, sweden, nuclear missile, south africa, based on true story, racism, female empowerment

More Films by Director: Kagiso Lediga
More Films in Genre: Drama, Adventure

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden about?
Nombeko Mayeki is a young woman from Soweto who finds herself caught in an international whirlwind from South Africa to Sweden. A heroine born in the slums of South Africa, she rises from obscurity to become the key player in an international nuclear conspiracy, accidentally saving the Swedish monarchy and averting global catastrophe with her quick-witted resourcefulness.
Who directed The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden?
The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden was directed by Kagiso Lediga.
What genre is The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden?
The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden is a Drama, Adventure film.
Where was The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden produced?
The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden was produced in South Africa, Norway, United States of America.
What are the themes of The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden?
The themes of The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden include: Social Commentary and Reflection.