Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man

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NR 52 minDocumentary
Thomas Sankara, former president of Burkina Faso, was known as "the African Che", and became famous in Africa due to his innovative ideas, his devastating humor, his spirit and his altruism. More than a classic biography, this film sheds light on the impact that this man and his politic made on Burkina Faso and Africa in general.
StarringThomas Sankara
DirectorRobin Shuffield
WriterRobin Shuffield

Movie Details

Movie Box Office Gross:$29,000 (Worldwide)
Original Language:French
Production Companies:Zorn Production International, ARTE, France 3
Movie Tags:
africarevolutionsocialismindependencefrench colonialismmarxismimperialismpolitical leaderburkina faso