The Rock Speaks (2025)

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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is the world’s largest producer of cobalt, a rare earth mineral that is essential in the production of technologies. In this hybrid documentary, South African artists Francois Knoetze and Amy Louise Wilson, together with Congolese historian Joe-Yves Salankang Sa-Ngol, trace the trans-continental journey of this precious metal: from its violent extraction in the mines of DRC to its sale on global stock markets. The Rock Speaks weaves a complex contemplation on an urgent ecological crisis that is fuelled by obscene labour practices that our technological systems demand.

Director: Amy Louise Wilson, Francois Knoetze
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 7 min
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Production: Artefacto Films, Lo-Def Film Factory
Country: South Africa, Spain
Language: English, Kiswahili
Original Language: sw

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Rock Speaks about?
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is the world’s largest producer of cobalt, a rare earth mineral that is essential in the production of technologies. In this hybrid documentary, South African artists Francois Knoetze and Amy Louise Wilson, together with Congolese historian Joe-Yves Salankang Sa-Ngol, trace the trans-continental journey of this precious metal: from its violent extraction in the mines of DRC to its sale on global stock markets. The Rock Speaks weaves a complex contemplation on an urgent ecological crisis that is fuelled by obscene labour practices that our technological systems demand.
Who directed The Rock Speaks?
The Rock Speaks was directed by Amy Louise Wilson, Francois Knoetze.
Who stars in The Rock Speaks?
The Rock Speaks stars Joe-Yves Salankang Sa-Ngol.
How long is The Rock Speaks?
The Rock Speaks has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
What genre is The Rock Speaks?
The Rock Speaks is a Documentary film.
Where was The Rock Speaks produced?
The Rock Speaks was produced in South Africa, Spain.