The Rutanga Tapes
“Time is running out”
Synopsis
A U.S. agent saves a journalist and her son from an East German-Libyan chemical warfare plot in Africa.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 13, 1991
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Lister
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan Nathanson
- Original Title
- The Rutanga Tapes
- Country of Origin
- South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- The Movie Group
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Lister
Alan Nathanson
Tobie Swanepoel
Alastair Henderson
Edgar Bold
Department Leadership Roster
Edgar Bold
Producer
Tobie Swanepoel
Director of Photography
Alastair Henderson
Editor
David Lister
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rutanga Tapes
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What is The Rutanga Tapes about?
A U.S. agent saves a journalist and her son from an East German-Libyan chemical warfare plot in Africa.
Who directed The Rutanga Tapes?
The Rutanga Tapes was directed by David Lister.
Who stars in The Rutanga Tapes?
The principal cast of The Rutanga Tapes includes David Dukes, Susan Anspach, Henry Cele, Arnold Vosloo, Joanna Weinberg.
When was The Rutanga Tapes released and how long is it?
The Rutanga Tapes was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Rutanga Tapes?
The Rutanga Tapes holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).