The Congo River stretches 4,371 kilometers, connecting historical events and figures that shaped the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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The Congo River stretches 4,371 kilometers, connecting historical events and figures that shaped the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Thierry Michel’s film follows the Congo River as it flows 4,371 kilometers from its source to its mouth. The documentary features historical figures such as explorers David Livingstone and Henry Morton Stanley, as well as leaders like Patrice Lumumba and Mobutu Sese Seko. It presents the lives of boatmen, fishermen, and military personnel along the river. The film also includes archival footage to illustrate the turbulent history of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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- See the Congo River's 4,371 km journey from mouth to source.
- Meet historical figures like Lumumba and Mobutu.
- Find out about colonial impacts from Leopold II and Baudouin.
Did You Know
- The Congo River is 4,371 km long, making it the second largest river basin.
- The film premiered at the 2005 Festival International du Film Francophone de Namur.
- Historical figures featured include Livingstone, Stanley, Lumumba, and Mobutu.
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Who directed the film Congo River, Beyond Darkness?
The film was directed by Thierry Michel.
What is the length of the Congo River?
The Congo River is 4,371 km long.
At which festival did Congo River, Beyond Darkness premiere?
The film premiered at the 2005 Festival International du Film Francophone de Namur.
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