Democrats

"Be seen as a man of peace. Even if you are not."

Apr 16 2015 N/A 1h 40m
Documentary

An intriguing look at an authoritarian state on the verge of democratization: how Zimbabwe got a new constitution. Two political enemies are forced on a joint mission to write Zimbabwe's new constitution. The ultimate test that will either take the country a decisive step closer to democracy and away from President Mugabe's dictatorship, or toward renewed repression. In a country with little respect for human rights, impeded by economic sanctions and hyperinflation running rampant, failure is not an option.

Plot

Two political opponents are appointed to write Zimbabwe's new constitution. It is the ultimate test that can bring an end to President Mugabe's 30 years of autocratic rule. It can go either way: towards the birth of a constitutional democracy - or renewed repression.

Written by

Peter Tygesen

Directed by

Camilla Nielsson

Cast

Paul Mangwana, Robert Mugabe, Douglas Mwonzora

Crew

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Production Countries

Zimbabwe, Denmark

Production Companies

BBC, Upfront Films, Tribeca Film Institute, SVT, Chicken & Egg Pictures

Languages

Awards

9 wins & 8 nominations

Trailers
Democrats Official Trailer 1 (2015) - Documentary HD
Scores
# of Votes
385
Average Rating
7.4 out of 10
Metascore
88
Popularity
NA