Extreme Tribe: The Last Pygmies
Livia Simoka travels to the remote jungles of the Republic of the Congo to spend five months living with the isolated pygmy tribe the Mbendjele.
- 2019-2019
- 1 season
- Documentary
Livia Simoka travels to the remote jungles of the Republic of the Congo to spend five months living with the isolated pygmy tribe the Mbendjele.
Season 1 Episode Guide
3 Episodes 2019
Episode 1
Episode #1.1
47 mins
As Livia moves into a family hut she lands in the middle of a dispute between two families. She also learns of the danger posed by a hostile neighbouring tribe.
Episode 2
Episode #1.2
47 mins
Livia witnesses the violence and intimidation the Mbendjele face due to their size when she films a conflict between her hosts and a neighbouring tribe. She also sees the theatrical rituals they practise to help laugh off adversity.
Episode 3
Episode #1.3
47 mins
The village Lothario faces accusations of adultery. Government officials arrive in the village to announce the building of a road that will pass right through it. The villagers welcome the idea but it could bring harm.