The Giant is Falling
Originally released in 2016. The Giant is Falling is a documentary film. directed by Rehad Desai. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jacob Zuma and Julius Malema
Synopsis
The film documents the key political issues in recent years in South Africa that have marked the demise of the African National Congress (ANC). These include the Marikana massacre in August 2012, whereby 34 striking miners were gunned down by the ANC government's police force. Rehad Desai documented this historic event in his 2013 film MINERS SHOT DOWN. He refers to the incident once again in his latest film and shows how the ANC is undermining its close connections to the trade unions it set up as a freedom movement under Nelson Mandela, and how students have also turned on the party to protest against tuition fees under the motto #FeesMustFall. The film's compelling footage unmasks the cynical despotism of corrupt president Jacob Zuma, who is chiefly responsible for the ANC's demise and its catastrophic losses at the most recent elections. It also introduces opposition movements that are challenging his now-untenable position.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 3, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
South Africa
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Uhuru Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Giant is Falling about?
The film documents the key political issues in recent years in South Africa that have marked the demise of the African National Congress (ANC). These include the Marikana massacre in August 2012, w...
Who directed The Giant is Falling?
The Giant is Falling was directed by Rehad Desai.
How long is The Giant is Falling?
The Giant is Falling has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was The Giant is Falling released?
The Giant is Falling was released on November 3, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Giant is Falling?
The main cast of The Giant is Falling includes Jacob Zuma, Julius Malema.