Namibia: The Struggle for Liberation

Namibia, 2007, 161 min
In English and Oshiwambo with English subtitles

Directed By: Charles Burnett
Writer: Charles Burnett
Producers: Abius Akwaake, Steve Gukas
Executive Producer: Uazuva Kaumbi
Cinematographer: John Njaga Demps
Editor: Edwin Santiago
Music: Stéphen James Taylor
Cast: Carl Lumbly, Danny Glover, Joel Haikali, Chrisjan Appollus, Obed Emvula, Lazarus Jacobs, Thereza Kahorongo

Charles Burnett’s latest feature tells the story of Sam Nujoma, the first president of Namibia, charting the future leader’s political awakening and his part in the country’s fight for freedom from occupation by South Africa. Rather than a documentary-style history of the long and brutal conflict, the film mixes real and composite characters to explore the spirit and sacrifices of the struggle that culminated in independence in 1990. Covering more than 60 years of history, the film was financed by the Namibian government and includes more than 150 speaking roles in multiple languages and dialects. More ...

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