Thursday, November 26, 2020

DOWNSTREAM TO KINSHASA, Directed by Dieudi Hamadi ****

 

The genocide of the Six-Day War in Kisangani in Congo during 2000, left thousands dead and many mutilated - living without arms or legs. The Rwandans and Ugandans waged war on the Congolese territory, and now the 12 members who are delegates demanding compensation from the Congolese government take a perilous boat trip to Kinshasa to demand the money; they have rights.

 We follow this group of amazing people who walk into town during the elections in front of the government building, only to be turned away with threats. 

When the new opposition party gets in. We meet these resilient warriors for justice, and they are actually putting on a play that chronicles their plight. In the end, President Lemalema of the country attends. A compelling documentary filmed with the director’s camera in hand that shows all the terrors of their journey including rain storms and more. A powerful film!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

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