The Unknown Famine
“A coverage of the 1973 Ethiopian famine by a British journalist”
Synopsis
Jonathan Dimbleby’s landmark 1973 documentary “The Unknown Famine” stands as a pivotal moment in Ethiopian history—a journalistic endeavour that not only exposed a humanitarian crisis but inadvertently helped precipitate the end of Africa’s oldest monarchy. The footage was broadcast by ITV for its flagship affairs series named "This Week".
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonathan Dimbleby
- Original Title
- The Unknown Famine
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Amharic, English
- Runtime
- 23m
- Production Studios
- BBC, Thames Colour Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonathan Dimbleby
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Jonathan Dimbleby
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Unknown Famine
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What is The Unknown Famine about?
Jonathan Dimbleby’s landmark 1973 documentary “The Unknown Famine” stands as a pivotal moment in Ethiopian history—a journalistic endeavour that not only exposed a humanitarian crisis but inadvertently helped precipitate the end of Africa’s oldest monarchy. The footage was broadcast by ITV for its flagship affairs series named "This Week".
Who directed The Unknown Famine?
The Unknown Famine was directed by Jonathan Dimbleby.
Who stars in The Unknown Famine?
The principal cast of The Unknown Famine includes Jonathan Dimbleby, Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia.
When was The Unknown Famine released and how long is it?
The Unknown Famine was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 23m.