Hissein Habré, A Chadian Tragedy (2016)

Name: Hissein Habré, A Chadian Tragedy
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2016
Duration: 82 min
Rating: 6.2
Cast: Hissène Habré, Clement Abaifouta, Djanasbaye Elisee, Seringue Richard, Mahamat (Cemroonian)

1h 22m France, Chad

Documentary

Plot

The 2016 documentary chronicles the pivotal 2013 arrest of Hissein Habré, the former Chadian dictator, in Senegal, a significant moment for those affected by his brutal regime. Mahamat Saleh Haroun, Chairman of the Association of the Victims of the Hissein Habré Regime, meets survivors who carry the deep emotional and physical scars of their harrowing past. Their powerful stories of resilience highlight an extraordinary achievement in African history: holding a former Head of State accountable for crimes against humanity. This film captures their struggle for justice against a backdrop of pain and perseverance.

Cast

Hissène Habré Clement Abaifouta Djanasbaye Elisee Seringue Richard Mahamat (Cemroonian) Badolo Waya Mahamat Saleh Ousman Issa Soulemane Ginette N'garbaye Zenaba Galyam Hissein Robert Gambier Kaltouma Daba Fatime Sakine Mala Ngabouli Adimatcho Djamai