War And Peace - Trailer
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Channel: Journeyman Pictures · 2013 · News & Politics
War and Peace:A fascinating and comprehensive look at the history of the ANC from 1912-1994 For more information, visit: http://www.journeyman.tv/57282/documentary-films-archive/war-and-peace.html When peaceful protests calling for the release of Nelson Mandela and an end to apartheid broke out in South Africa, they marked a key moment of 20th century history. Decades after the Freedom Charter's demand that "The People Shall Govern", the era of institutionalized human rights abuses finally came to an end. Intrinsically linked with the story of the Nobel Peace Prize winner and international human rights symbol and featuring rare footage shot prior to his imprisonment, this unique social documentary by seminal filmmaker Jurgen Schadeberg provides a comprehensive history of the ANC from 1912 to 1994. Tracing the roots of the conflict to the late 19th century rush for diamonds, and illustrating the story extensively with key archival footage, 'War and Peace' focuses equally on the leaders at the forefront of the freedom movement - Nelson Mandela, Walter Sisulu, Ahmed Kathrada, Dr James Moroka, Oliver Tambo and Albert Lutuli - as well as South African citizens fighting for their rights in the streets. It examines the evolution of the protests from the peaceful defiance campaign to increasingly more violent armed struggle against segregation. Featuring drastic riots footage of militants setting people alight and of police brutality, it unearths a powerful picture of a fight to overthrow a discriminatory society. Produced not long after the release of Nelson Mandela, it captures a hopeful moment for a better future in South Africa. Produced by The Schadeberg Movie Company Distributed by Journeyman Pictures: Ref - 3468 Journeyman Pictures is your independent source for the world's most powerful films, exploring the burning issues of today. We represent stories from the world's top producers, with brand new content coming in all the time. On our channel you'll find outstanding and controversial journalism covering any global subject you can imagine wanting to know about.
