The Taller They Come

The Taller They Come

A Gonzo Heart of Darkness

2026 · Comedy

A wannabe Australian film director travels to Ghana to produce his dream film, a kung-fu remake of The Harder They Come with Ghanian action sensation, Samuel “Ninja” Nkansah.

Directed by Andrew Leavold · Written by Andrew Leavold

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