Mandela

"Son of Africa, Father of a Nation"

Mar 21 1997 N/A 1h 58m
Biography, Documentary, History

A documentary that chronicles the life of South African leader Nelson Mandela. Mandela is probably best known for his 27 years of imprisonment, and for bringing an end to apartheid. But this film also sheds light on the little-known early period of Mandela's life.

Plot

Follows Nelson Mandela, from his early protests against racial discrimination, to his election as South Africa's first Democratically elected leader.

Written by

N/A

Directed by

Angus Gibson, Jo Menell

Cast

Winnie Mandela, Nelson Mandela, Patrick Shai

Crew

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Production Countries

South Africa, United Kingdom

Production Companies

Island Pictures, Clinica Estetico

Languages

English

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 3 wins & 3 nominations total

Trailers
Mandela: Son of Africa, Father of a Nation
Scores
# of Votes
410
Average Rating
7 out of 10
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