The Congo Tribunal

Synopsis

Milo Rau convenes a civil tribunal in eastern Congo, bringing together victims and perpetrators of a conflict that has persisted for two decades. The film documents testimonies and court trials, revealing the ongoing suffering of the Congolese population. It addresses the aftermath of a war that has claimed over six million lives, driven by the exploitation of the country’s rich deposits of high-tech raw materials. Issues of justice and accountability emerge in a region marked by economic exploitation and impunity.