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Hotel Rwanda (2004) 8.2
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8.2/10 from 168,499 users
Metascore: 79/100
Reviews: 571 user | 180 critic | 40 from Metacritic.com The true story of Paul Rusesabagina, a hotel manager who housed over a thousand Tutsi refugees during their struggle against the Hutu militia in Rwanda. Director:Terry George |
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Cast
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Xolani Mali | ... |
Policeman
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Desmond Dube | ... | |
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Tony Kgoroge | ... | |
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Rosie Motene | ... | |
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Neil McCarthy | ... | |
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Mabutho 'Kid' Sithole | ... |
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Jeremiah Ndlovu | ... | |
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Lebo Mashile | ... | |
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| Leleti Khumalo | ... | ||
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Ten years ago some of the worst atrocities in the history of mankind took place in the country of Rwanda--and in an era of high-speed communication and round the clock news, the events went almost unnoticed by the rest of the world. In only three months, one million people were brutally murdered. In the face of these unspeakable actions, inspired by his love for his family, an ordinary man summons extraordinary courage to save the lives of over a thousand helpless refugees, by granting them shelter in the hotel he manages. Written by Sujit R. Varma
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A true story of a man who fought impossible odds to save everyone he could and created a place where hope survived. See more »Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG-13 on appeal for violence, disturbing images and brief strong language | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Release Date:
4 February 2005 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Hotel Ruanda See more »Box Office
Budget:
$17,500,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$44,456 (South Africa) (10 June 2005)Gross:
$77,125 (South Africa) (17 June 2005)Company Credits
Production Co:
United Artists, Lions Gate Films, Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa See more »
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2.35 : 1
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George Rutaganda: [voiceover] When people ask me, good listeners, why do I hate all the Tutsi, I say, "Read our history." The Tutsi were collaborators for the Belgian colonists, they stole our Hutu land, they whipped us. Now they have come back, these Tutsi rebels. They are cockroaches. They are murderers. Rwanda is our Hutu land. We are the majority. They are a minority of traitors and invaders. We will squash the infestation. We will wipe out the RPF rebels. This is RTLM, Hutu power radio. Stay ...
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When Paul Rusesabagina sends his wife and children away in the UN convoy, Tatiana Rusesabagina is wearing an orange floral skirt prior to getting in the truck and before the truck pulls away, but after the truck pulls away as she is calming the children her skirt is gray. See more »Quotes
[first lines]George Rutaganda: [voiceover] When people ask me, good listeners, why do I hate all the Tutsi, I say, "Read our history." The Tutsi were collaborators for the Belgian colonists, they stole our Hutu land, they whipped us. Now they have come back, these Tutsi rebels. They are cockroaches. They are murderers. Rwanda is our Hutu land. We are the majority. They are a minority of traitors and invaders. We will squash the infestation. We will wipe out the RPF rebels. This is RTLM, Hutu power radio. Stay ...
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The only comment I can give about this movie is - SEE IT. It's one of the most heart wrenching, yet beautiful movies I've ever seen. I really hope Don Cheadle and the movie receive Oscars! The acting is superb and the fact this is based upon a true story only makes it better. You may need some Kleenex as I was overwhelmed for a large part of this movie.
I had the honor of seeing this movie at a preview screening with the real "Paul" and his wife attending - what an absolute amazing experience to be in their presence. This movie will make you rethink everything about what it means to be human and how much we need to think about all our neighbours in this world.
Don't miss it!