Capitaine Thomas Sankara
Synopsis
A portrait composed of archives of Thomas Sankara, president of Burkina Faso between 1983 and his murder in 1987. Ready to liberate his country and transform the mentalities of his fellow citizens, contesting the world’s political order and challenging the powers of his time, Sankara stands out strongly in the history both of Africa and of the world.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 27, 2015
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christophe Cupelin
- Original Score
- The Ex
- Original Title
- Capitaine Thomas Sankara
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Laïka Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christophe Cupelin
The Ex
Fayçal Hassaĭri, Nicolas Wadimoff
Department Leadership Roster
Fayçal Hassaĭri
Producer
Nicolas Wadimoff
Producer
Christophe Cupelin
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Capitaine Thomas Sankara
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What is Capitaine Thomas Sankara about?
A portrait composed of archives of Thomas Sankara, president of Burkina Faso between 1983 and his murder in 1987. Ready to liberate his country and transform the mentalities of his fellow citizens, contesting the world’s political order and challenging the powers of his time, Sankara stands out strongly in the history both of Africa and of the world.
Who directed Capitaine Thomas Sankara?
Capitaine Thomas Sankara was directed by Christophe Cupelin.
Who stars in Capitaine Thomas Sankara?
The principal cast of Capitaine Thomas Sankara includes Thomas Sankara.
When was Capitaine Thomas Sankara released and how long is it?
Capitaine Thomas Sankara was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Capitaine Thomas Sankara?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Capitaine Thomas Sankara was composed by The Ex.