When the Sun Sets

In the midst of apartheid South Africa, a young black nurse named Lena must confront her deepest fears when her activist younger brother goes missing after school. With the sun setting on a nation torn apart by racial tension and violence, Lena embarks on a gut-wrenching journey to uncover the truth about her brother's disappearance. Inspired by a powerful true story, When the Sun Sets is a poignant and thought-provoking drama that shines a light on the resilience of the human spirit in the face of oppression.

You can stream When the Sun Sets on: HBO Max

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When the Sun Sets was released for streaming on February 8, 2022.