Black Week in Nimba
Originally released in 1966. Black Week in Nimba is a documentary film. directed by Roland Hjelte. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Roland Hjelte, Ingrid Dahlberg, and Lars Hjelm
Synopsis
The Liberian American Swedish Mining Company (LAMCO) was a mining company that mined iron-ore in northern Liberia at the Nimba massif. About 15,000 Swedes worked for Lamco and the project was cited as a successful example of international cooperation. But in this film the Swedish TV viewers were presented a very different picture. The film broke with the conventional African portrayal and the Swedes in Liberia were portrayed as colonial-era heirs. The film was supplemented with a debate.
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Production Details
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- Released
- Original Language
- SV
Production Companies
- SVT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Week in Nimba about?
The Liberian American Swedish Mining Company (LAMCO) was a mining company that mined iron-ore in northern Liberia at the Nimba massif. About 15,000 Swedes worked for Lamco and the project was cited...
Who directed Black Week in Nimba?
Black Week in Nimba was directed by Roland Hjelte.
How long is Black Week in Nimba?
Black Week in Nimba has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Black Week in Nimba released?
Black Week in Nimba was released on November 8, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Black Week in Nimba?
The main cast of Black Week in Nimba includes Roland Hjelte, Ingrid Dahlberg, Lars Hjelm, Hans Dahlberg.