Angola: The War
"A faraway war... A clash of ideologies... And some of the biggest battles fought on African soil since World War Two."
Originally released in 2017. Angola: The War is a documentary film. directed by Peter Lamberti. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Anton Beukman, Jan Breytenbach, and Fidel Castro
Synopsis
For twenty-three years, five western nations, members of the Soviet bloc and two superpowers were locked into a war never formally declared. It all began in 1966. Once the Draft started, every able-bodied white South African male was called up for service.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Anton Beukman
as Himself - Former Member, Seaborne Special Forces
Jan Breytenbach
as Himself - Founder, 32 Battalion (as Col. Jan Breytenbach)
Fidel Castro
as Himself - President of Cuba (archive footage)
Jannie Gildenhuys
as Himself - Former Chief, South African Defense Forces
Maxim Gladkov
as Himself - Former Soviet Interpreter
Dick Lord
as Himself - Former Officer Commanding Air Command Post, SADF (as Brig. Gen. Dick Lord)
Jan Malan
as Himself - Former Field Commander, 61 Mech, SADF
Gert Minnaar
as Himself - Former Member, 61 Mech, SADF
Koos Moorcroft
as Himself - Former Sergeant Major, South African Defense Forces
Craig Thomassen
as Himself - Former Member, Corps of Engineers, SADF
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Aquavision TV Productions
- Lion Mountain Media
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Angola: The War about?
For twenty-three years, five western nations, members of the Soviet bloc and two superpowers were locked into a war never formally declared. It all began in 1966. Once the Draft started, every able...
Who directed Angola: The War?
Angola: The War was directed by Peter Lamberti.
How long is Angola: The War?
Angola: The War has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was Angola: The War released?
Angola: The War was released on June 1, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Angola: The War?
The main cast of Angola: The War includes Anton Beukman, Jan Breytenbach, Fidel Castro, Jannie Gildenhuys, Maxim Gladkov.