Project Detail

Motherland

Synopsis

Motherland is a breathtaking passage, which sweeps the continent of Africa. With an all-star cast, it is a vivid cinematic centrepiece washed with an African aesthetic. A bold empowering sophisticated story of Africa, which in progressive dignity reaffirming terms looks at Africa's past, present and future. Motherland is an epic and unprecedented entry into the canon of African-owned cinema, which charts the glory and majesty of the Motherland (Enat Hager). Motherland is a film that unapologetically calls for African unity, self-determination and the African rebirth.

From the acclaimed producers of the multi-award winning 500 Years Later, Motherland is Directed by Owen ‘Alik Shahadah. Motherland has been in the making since 2004 and is expected late 2009.

Details

Year: 2009
Type of project: Features
Running time: 115 mins
Format: HD, SD
Director: Owen Alik Shahadah
Editor: Betelihem Zelealem
Screenwriter: Owen Alik Shahadah
Director of Photography: Owen Alik Shahadah
Sound: Ocacia
Composer: Maya Jobarteh
Principal cast: Meles Zenawi, Jacob Zuma, Molefi Asante, Maulana Karenga, Harry Beleafonte

Genre

Black

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Halaqah Films

sales@halaqah.com

Visit Website

www.themotherland.info

Sales Company

www.halaqah.com

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