Jo, a witty 9-year-old terminally ill girl, dreams of being a superhero in her village.

Supa Modo AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange

Premiered April 08, 2024
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Supa Modo

Jo, a witty 9-year-old terminally ill girl, is taken back to her rural village of Maweni to live out the rest of her short life. Her only comfort during these dull times are her dreams of being a superhero, which prove to be something her rebellious teenage sister Mwix, overprotective mother Kathryn and entire community believe they can fulfill.

About the Program

AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange

AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange, is back this year with a fresh mix of features, documentaries, narratives, and short films presenting contemporary stories from across the globe. Co-produced by Black Public Media and WORLD Channel, the series reflects the spirit, ingenuity and resilience found among people of the African diaspora.

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