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Democrats is a 2014 Danish documentary directed by Camilla Nielsson that focuses on the political landscape in Zimbabwe after the 2008 Presidential election. The film centers on the coalition between Paul Mangwana and Douglas Mwonzora as they attempt to rewrite the Zimbabwean constitution amidst political turmoil.
The documentary provides an in-depth look at the complexities of the coalition government formed in the aftermath of a contentious election. It captures the struggles and negotiations involved in the constitutional reform process, offering insights into the political dynamics of Zimbabwe during this critical period.
Why Watch
- •See Paul Mangwana and Douglas Mwonzora's coalition efforts.
- •Find out how Zimbabwe's constitution was rewritten post-2008.
- •Meet critics who called it an outstanding documentary.
Did You Know
•Democrats won Best Documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2014.
•The film received a 100% positive rating from 22 critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
•Camilla Nielsson's follow-up film, President, won the World Cinema Documentary Special Jury Award at Sundance.
Perfect For
Zimbabwean politicsDocumentary enthusiastsConstitutional law