Escape from Luanda
"A war-ravaged past. A new hope for the future."
Originally released in 2007. Escape from Luanda is a war/documentary film. directed by Phil Grabsky. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In Luanda, one of the world's poorest and most dangerous places, three students from Angola's only music school work towards their end-of-year concert. The Music School is Angola's first and only school of its kind. It houses some 80 students, most of them desperately poor. Many face disapproval and outright rejection from their families who can't see a future in music. This film asks if, despite the ravages of 27 years of civil war, musical passion can overcome terrible hardships.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Seventh Art Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Escape from Luanda about?
In Luanda, one of the world's poorest and most dangerous places, three students from Angola's only music school work towards their end-of-year concert. The Music School is Angola's first and only s...
Who directed Escape from Luanda?
Escape from Luanda was directed by Phil Grabsky.
How long is Escape from Luanda?
Escape from Luanda has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Escape from Luanda released?
Escape from Luanda was released on November 20, 2007 in theaters.