Muammar Gaddafi
Synopsis
Over a thousand detainees in Abu Salim prison resist Muammar Gaddafi's regime in June 1996, foreshadowing the revolution that erupts in 2011.
Synopsis
Muammar Gaddafi awakens in his fortified Tripoli villa on June 28, 1996, as unrest brews within Libya. The National Front for the Liberation of Libya, composed of armed Islamist groups, poses a growing threat to his regime. Inside Abu Salim prison, conditions are dire, with reports of torture and overcrowding. The documentary details Gaddafi's oppressive rule, his paranoia following U.S. airstrikes, and the events leading to the 2011 revolution sparked by the families of victims from the prison massacre. Gaddafi's reign ends in violence after 42 years of power.
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Why Watch
- Find out how Gaddafi's addictions affected his leadership.
- See the brutal conditions inside Abu Salim prison.
- Meet Gaddafi's personal cameraman for an insider's view.
- Discover the impact of the 1986 bombing on Gaddafi's paranoia.
Did You Know
- Muammar Gaddafi ruled Libya for 42 years from 1969 to 2011.
- Gaddafi was known to have numerous addictions, including cocaine and alcohol.
- The Abu Salim prison had horrendous living conditions where torture was common.
- In 1986, Gaddafi's palace was bombed by the Americans, making him a target.
- The revolution in Libya began in February 2011 after protests by families of Abu Salim victims.
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What addictions did Muammar Gaddafi struggle with?
Muammar Gaddafi struggled with mind-altering drugs, cocaine, alcohol, and sex.
How long did Gaddafi rule Libya?
Gaddafi ruled Libya for 42 years.
What event sparked the Libyan revolution in 2011?
The revolution was sparked by the mothers, sisters, and widows of men killed at Abu Salim prison demanding the truth about the massacre.
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