Voices from the Island
Synopsis
Nelson Mandela and his fellow ex-prisoners recall their incarceration on South Africa's Robben Island. For three decades, the island housed not only political prisoners but convicts, lepers and the mentally ill. Yet amidst the hopelessness, Nelson Mandela and his comrades devised strategies and subterfuges with which they transformed life on the island, while the vision of a new South Africa began to take shape.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adam Low
- Screenplay & Story
- Adam Low
- Original Title
- Voices from the Island
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- BBC, BBC Arena, Schadeberg Movie Co., Seven Ages Trust
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adam Low
Adam Low
Nigel Finch, Anthony Wall, Claudia Schadeberg
Department Leadership Roster
Adam Low
Director
Claudia Schadeberg
Producer
Adam Low
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Voices from the Island
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Voices from the Island about?
Nelson Mandela and his fellow ex-prisoners recall their incarceration on South Africa's Robben Island. For three decades, the island housed not only political prisoners but convicts, lepers and the mentally ill. Yet amidst the hopelessness, Nelson Mandela and his comrades devised strategies and subterfuges with which they transformed life on the island, while the vision of a new South Africa began to take shape.
Who directed Voices from the Island?
Voices from the Island was directed by Adam Low.
Who stars in Voices from the Island?
The principal cast of Voices from the Island includes Nelson Mandela, Lionel Davis, Kwezi Kobus, Hein Lottering, Richard Porte.
When was Voices from the Island released and how long is it?
Voices from the Island was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.