The Benevolent Dictator
Originally released in 2016. The Benevolent Dictator is a feature film. directed by Bernhard Braunstein. At just 35 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A Viennese Jew who left Austria in 1938 under the Kindertransport scheme, Norbert Abeles became a British colonial civil servant in Africa in the 1950s. Now in his nineties, he lives in Malawi, where he remarried, after working many years for organisations such as Unesco, but also African despots. The filmmakers film the present day, without recourse to archive material, and create a tension between the testimony of this previously abused child, who had to toughen up to survive, and images of his current life.
Quick Facts
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Benevolent Dictator about?
A Viennese Jew who left Austria in 1938 under the Kindertransport scheme, Norbert Abeles became a British colonial civil servant in Africa in the 1950s. Now in his nineties, he lives in Malawi, whe...
Who directed The Benevolent Dictator?
The Benevolent Dictator was directed by Bernhard Braunstein.
How long is The Benevolent Dictator?
The Benevolent Dictator has a runtime of 0 hours and 35 minutes (35 minutes total).
When was The Benevolent Dictator released?
The Benevolent Dictator was released on October 24, 2016 in theaters.