Mandela: Son of Africa, Father of a Nation
- Original title
- Mandela: Son of Africa, Father of a Nation
- Year
- 1996
- Running time
- 118 min.
- Country
- South Africa
- Director
- Screenwriter
- Cast
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- Patrick Shai
- Nelson Mandela
- George Bizos
- Jessie Duarte
- Winnie Mandela
- Fatima Meer
- Anthony Sampson
- Walter Sisulu
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- Music
- Cinematography
- Producer
- Co-production South Africa-United States;
- Genre
- Documentary | Politics. Biography. Historical Documentaries
- Synopsis
- A vibrantly presented and emotionally charged portrait of the dynamic African leader, this needed tighter narration to close informational gaps. For instance, there is very little mention of F.W. de Klerk, although as the corecipient of the 1993 Nobel Peace Prize (along with Nelson Mandela), he most certainly figured greatly in the peaceful passing of the political baton. It may leave you with a few questions but otherwise captures Mandela's remarkable spirit. It follows him from his early days and tribal education through his work with the African National Congress to his election as Africa's first black president. Produced by Jonathan Demme, this wisely includes poetry of Africa, as much a part of Mandela's story as his own inner strength.
- Awards
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1996: Nominated for Oscar: Best Documentary
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