Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man
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.
Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man (2006)
Robin Shuffield
At a glance
Countries
France
Ratings
TMDB users
8.4/10
5 votes
Rating consensus
84/100 blend
Sources: TMDB
Warm reception overall — weighted ~84/100 across 1 rating source. The listed meters mostly agree.
Cast
Thomas Sankara
Self (archive footage)
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Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man (2006)
Robin Shuffield
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