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Rise and Fall of Idi Amin
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Wikipedia article
'Rise and Fall of Idi Amin', also known as 'Amin: The Rise and Fall', is a 1981 biographical film directed by Sharad Patel and starring Joseph Olita as Idi Amin. Olita also played Amin in the 1991 film 'Mississippi Masala'.
Plot
It details the controversial actions and atrocities of the former dictator of Uganda, Idi Amin Dada, during his violent rise to power in 1971 until his overthrow in 1979 as the result of the UgandaTanzania War. 'Rise and Fall of Idi Amin' was a co-production of the United Kingdom, Kenya, and Nigeria, with most of filming done in Kenya, less than a year after Amin's downfall.
Historical accuracy
Despite being branded as an exploitation film, it is reasonably accurate with the facts and dates of the events depicted, including the Israeli raid, the war with Tanzania, and the capture and imprisonment of British journalist Denis Hills (who portrays himself in the film).
Reaction
When released internationally, most of the voices were dubbed because of poor sound production.
The film won five awards, including best actor, at the Las Vegas International Film Festival.[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_9MHJ51bUI Obituary: Joseph Olita on playing Idi Amin] at YouTube
References
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