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King Leopold's Ghost

"The unbelievable story of Congo's brutal history with its Belgian colonizers"

May 28, 2006 1h 42m 7.6/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 2006. King Leopold's Ghost is a documentary/history film. directed by Pippa Scott.

Starring Don Cheadle, Ciaran Reilly, and Alfre Woodard

Synopsis

The modern history of the Congo, the heart of Africa, is a terrifying tale of appalling brutality: how the greedy and incredibly ruthless King Leopold II of Belgium (1935-1909) turned a vast country into his private estate (1885-1908) and how he plundered the land and raped the bodies and souls of its defenceless inhabitants, causing countless victims; and what exactly is the true impact of this often forgotten story of crime and horror today.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 28, 2006 19 years ago
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Runtime 1h 42m 102 minutes total
User Rating 7.6/10 Great (5 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Linden Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is King Leopold's Ghost about?

The modern history of the Congo, the heart of Africa, is a terrifying tale of appalling brutality: how the greedy and incredibly ruthless King Leopold II of Belgium (1935-1909) turned a vast countr...

Who directed King Leopold's Ghost?

King Leopold's Ghost was directed by Pippa Scott.

How long is King Leopold's Ghost?

King Leopold's Ghost has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).

When was King Leopold's Ghost released?

King Leopold's Ghost was released on May 28, 2006 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in King Leopold's Ghost?

The main cast of King Leopold's Ghost includes Don Cheadle, Ciaran Reilly, Alfre Woodard, Philippe Bergeron, James Cromwell.