Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man (2006)
• September 8th, 2006 • 0h 52min
Documentary
Overview
Thomas Sankara, former president of Burkina Faso, was known as "the African Che", and became famous in Africa due to his innovative ideas, his devastating humor, his spirit and his altruism. More than a classic biography, this film sheds light on the impact that this man and his politic made on Burkina Faso and Africa in general.
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