The Biko Inquest
Synopsis
Based on the official transcripts of the investigation that followed after the very suspicious notorious death in prison of one of the most important leading men of the South African anti-apartheid movement, Steven Biko.
Top Cast
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Michael Aldridge
Dr. Carter
Nigel Davenport
Colonel Goosen
Mark Dignam
Martinus Prins
Albert Finney
Sidney Kentridge
Stafford Gordon
Major Snyman
Michael Gough
Professor Loubser
Edward Hardwicke
Professor Proctor
Paul Jerricho
Lieutenant Wilken
Richard Johnson
Dr. Hersch
John Standing
Van Rensburg
Paul Fryer
Clerk to van Rensburg
Betty Bod Hlela
Steve Biko's Widow
Peggy Phango
Steve Biko's Mother
Benny Mayer
Steve Biko's Brother
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Albert Finney, Graham Evans
- Screenplay & Story
- Jon Blair, Norman Fenton, Joshua Sinclair
- Original Title
- The Biko Inquest
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Channel 4 Television, Embassy Communications, United British Artists (UBA)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Albert Finney, Graham Evans
Jon Blair, Norman Fenton, Joshua Sinclair
Mike Whitcutt, Roy Simper
David Grinter, Phil Moss
Cecil Clarke, Richard Johnson
Department Leadership Roster
Cecil Clarke
Producer
Albert Finney
Director
Jon Blair
Writer
Norman Fenton
Writer
Graham Evans
Director
Mike Whitcutt
Director of Photography
Roy Simper
Director of Photography
David Grinter
Editor
Sheelagh Killeen
Costume Design
Phil Moss
Editor
David McHenry
Production Design
Joshua Sinclair
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Biko Inquest
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What is The Biko Inquest about?
Based on the official transcripts of the investigation that followed after the very suspicious notorious death in prison of one of the most important leading men of the South African anti-apartheid movement, Steven Biko.
Who directed The Biko Inquest?
The Biko Inquest was directed by Albert Finney, Graham Evans.
Who stars in The Biko Inquest?
The principal cast of The Biko Inquest includes Michael Aldridge, Nigel Davenport, Mark Dignam, Albert Finney, Stafford Gordon.
When was The Biko Inquest released and how long is it?
The Biko Inquest was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.