Black Lions – Roman Wolves
Synopsis
Decades in the making, Haile Gerima's sweeping survey of Italy's brutal colonial legacy in Ethiopia is a monumental reckoning with suppressed history. With a balladeer's spirit, Gerima forges an epic ballad of resistance, freedom and national pride.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival (Part 3-5)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Haile Gerima
- Screenplay & Story
- Haile Gerima
- Original Score
- Aschalew Fetene
- Original Title
- Black Lions – Roman Wolves
- Country of Origin
- Ethiopia, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Amharic, English, Italian
- Runtime
- 8h 51m
- Production Studios
- Negod-Gwad Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Haile Gerima
Haile Gerima
Aschalew Fetene
Haile Gerima
Department Leadership Roster
Haile Gerima
Director
Haile Gerima
Screenplay
Haile Gerima
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Lions – Roman Wolves
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Black Lions – Roman Wolves about?
Decades in the making, Haile Gerima's sweeping survey of Italy's brutal colonial legacy in Ethiopia is a monumental reckoning with suppressed history. With a balladeer's spirit, Gerima forges an epic ballad of resistance, freedom and national pride.
Who directed Black Lions – Roman Wolves?
Black Lions – Roman Wolves was directed by Haile Gerima.
Who stars in Black Lions – Roman Wolves?
The principal cast of Black Lions – Roman Wolves includes Haile Gerima.
When was Black Lions – Roman Wolves released and how long is it?
Black Lions – Roman Wolves was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 8h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for Black Lions – Roman Wolves?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Black Lions – Roman Wolves was composed by Aschalew Fetene.