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Without the King

 

(NR)

Winner of the Special Jury Prize at the Hot Docs International Documentary Festival, the film presents the story of Africa's last absolute monarchy, the Kingdom of Swaziland. Meet King Mswati III, a distant figure out of touch with his home and country who lives in luxury with his 12 wives, headstrong first wife Queen LaMvikiza, teen rapper daughter Princess Sikhanyiso and many Swazi citizens plotting the downfall of the king. 84 minutes. DVD INFO: Includes eight deleted scenes.