Mandela
“Son of Africa, Father of a Nation”
Synopsis
A documentary that chronicles the life of South African leader Nelson Mandela. Mandela is probably best known for his 27 years of imprisonment, and for bringing an end to apartheid. But this film also sheds light on the little-known early period of Mandela's life.
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Mandela: Son of Africa, Father of a Nation
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-12-20
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 12, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Angus Gibson, Jo Menell
- Screenplay & Story
- Bo Widerberg
- Original Score
- Hugh Masekela, Cedric Gradus Samson
- Original Title
- Mandela
- Country of Origin
- South Africa, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Production Studios
- Clinica Estetico, Island Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Angus Gibson, Jo Menell
Bo Widerberg
Hugh Masekela, Cedric Gradus Samson
Dewald Aukema
Andy Keir
Jonathan Demme, Jo Menell, Edward Saxon
Department Leadership Roster
Angus Gibson
Director
Jo Menell
Director
Bo Widerberg
Writer
Jonathan Demme
Producer
Jo Menell
Producer
Edward Saxon
Producer
Hugh Masekela
Original Music Composer
Dewald Aukema
Director of Photography
Andy Keir
Editor
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What is Mandela about?
A documentary that chronicles the life of South African leader Nelson Mandela. Mandela is probably best known for his 27 years of imprisonment, and for bringing an end to apartheid. But this film also sheds light on the little-known early period of Mandela's life.
Who directed Mandela?
Mandela was directed by Angus Gibson, Jo Menell.
Who stars in Mandela?
The principal cast of Mandela includes Nelson Mandela, Winnie Mandela, F.W. de Klerk, Eugène Terre'Blanche.
When was Mandela released and how long is it?
Mandela was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Mandela?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mandela was composed by Hugh Masekela, Cedric Gradus Samson.