#BaxuOnNetflix: ‘Baxu and the Giants’ Is Officially On Netflix And NamTwitter Is Here For It

Florian Schott’s short film Baxu and the Giants made its Netflix debut on 30 September 2020, which means every Namibian with a Netflix account and good internet connection finally has the opportunity to see the much celebrated film.

Baxu and the Giants is already a favourite with international festivalgoers and curators, since it’s premiere on the streaming service, it has been widely received by Namibian audiences who took to Twitter to share their excitement.

Here are some of the best reactions to Baxu and the Giants‘ Netflix premiere:

That first one on Wednesday is all that matters#baxuonnetflix https://t.co/zp94S3CcDA

— David Iileka (@dniileka) September 29, 2020

https://twitter.com/hotbunions/status/1311184411396911104?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

Today Goes down in Namibian Film history as Baxu and the Giants becomes the first Namibian film to be aired on NETFLIX🇳🇦

Join us @ 9pm As we witness history together 👌🏿#BaxuOnNetflix #BaxuandTheGiants pic.twitter.com/AD3BIFtFba

— SOUNDGOD ™ (@djdreas_na) September 29, 2020

what an insightful yet entertaining short film. definitely a great first for Namibia. i’m beaming. #BaxuOnNetflix #BAXUANDTHEGIANTS

— Morgan Doëses 🇳🇦 (@avan_tayy) September 30, 2020

Related: Film Review: ‘Baxu and the Giants’

@florian_schott my Mama just watched #BAXUANDTHEGIANTS #BaxuOnNetflix and this was her verdict. pic.twitter.com/efvha6ah8J

— SisterCanIDoUrHair (@aafrobeat) September 30, 2020

#BAXUANDTHEGIANTS was an experience. I loved it. I'm inspired all over again ❤
Thank you to everyone that was involved in creating this film. & s/o to the baby girl for carrying us through the journey so seamlessly

— mike litt (@deannoahg) September 30, 2020

If you appreciate conservation of our Rhinoceros, then this is a short film worth watching. It shares Namibia’s efforts as seen through the eyes of a young girl. #conservation #rhinoceros pic.twitter.com/aHMHCGrCc9

— aochamub, albertus (@abbasaochamub) September 30, 2020

I had to pause because I am filled with immense pride! My Namibia, my people… the content we deserve to see. For us to tell our own stories, on our land, with our people!

Yes man! This is everything! #BaxuOnNetflix

— Mavis Elias l #MissShootHerShot (@MavisElias_) September 30, 2020

Camilla has done us justice on that film.This child deserves all the recognition she can get. Her innocent eyes and warm smile instantly connect you to the story.The future looks bright.

Namibia approves👏🏿🇳🇦#BaxuOnNetflix

— Emmz_With_The_ Bass  (@Emma__Thomas24) September 30, 2020

https://twitter.com/Kinashaaa/status/1311100181862023172?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

I’m crying. Not because the movie is particularly sad, but because it reminds me of my childhood so much. The stories from Ouma especially!🥺#BaxuonNetflix

— cigarettes after sex🥺 (@LeahTeek) September 29, 2020

Do you know how freaking proud I am to hear my mother tongue on this movie that is on Netflix?? These clicks? #Baxuonnetflix

— cigarettes after sex🥺 (@LeahTeek) September 29, 2020

And please, no spoilers

Can we agree that no spoilers until the watch party is done. 😭😭😭😭#BaxuOnNetflix

— Wolf of Tsumeb.eth (@EnosMcManni) September 30, 2020

Baxu and the Giants had its world premiere in September 2019 and has since received various accolades and performed well with audiences and critics alike.

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