
The Polygamist is a Netflix series that has gained popularity and sparked discussions about infidelity in relationships. Set in South Africa, it follows the unraveling of the Gomora family after the death of Jonasi Gomora, a successful banking executive. The series is based on a novella by Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi and explores themes of power, pleasure, and patriarchy.
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