Africa Blood and Guts
"Every Scene Looks You Straight in the Eye... and Spits!"
Originally released in 1966. Africa Blood and Guts is a documentary/history film. directed by Gualtiero Jacopetti. With a runtime of 2h 18m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Sergio Rossi, Jomo Kenyatta, and Gualtiero Jacopetti
Synopsis
A chronicle of the violence that occurred in much of the African continent throughout the 1960s. As many African countries were transitioning from colonial rule to other forms of government, violent political upheavals were frequent. Revolutions in Zanzibar and Kenya in which thousands were killed are shown, the violence not only political; there is also extensive footage of hunters and poachers slaughtering different types of wild animals.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 11, 1966
60 years ago
Runtime
2h 18m
138 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (51 votes)
Box Office
$2M
Worldwide gross
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
- Revenue
- $2,000,000
Production Companies
- Cineriz
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Africa Blood and Guts about?
A chronicle of the violence that occurred in much of the African continent throughout the 1960s. As many African countries were transitioning from colonial rule to other forms of government, violen...
Who directed Africa Blood and Guts?
Africa Blood and Guts was directed by Gualtiero Jacopetti.
How long is Africa Blood and Guts?
Africa Blood and Guts has a runtime of 2 hours and 18 minutes (138 minutes total).
When was Africa Blood and Guts released?
Africa Blood and Guts was released on February 11, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Africa Blood and Guts?
The main cast of Africa Blood and Guts includes Sergio Rossi, Jomo Kenyatta, Gualtiero Jacopetti, Julius Nyerere, Moïse Kapenda Tshombe.