Plot — What is Beat the Drum about?
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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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2003 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 114 min |
| Audience Score | 76% (7.6/10, 17 votes) |
Beat the Drum — FAQ
Is Beat the Drum worth watching? Beat the Drum holds a 7.6/10 rating from 17 viewers. 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.
Who directed Beat the Drum? Directed by David Hickson.
Who is in the cast of Beat the Drum? It stars Owen Sejake, Mary Twala, Clive Scott, Noluthando Maleka, Junior Singo, Maurice Carpede and more.
Where can I stream Beat the Drum? Streaming availability for Beat the Drum is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Beat the Drum release? It released in 2003.
