Genocide, The Judgement (2000)

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Jean Paul Akayesu , once the respected mayor of his village in Rwanda, is brought in front of the UN International Criminal Tribunal. He faces a charge of genocide, perpetrated against his neighbours, and is convicted. This film tells the painful story that leads to his conviction, the first in an international court for genocide and crimes against humanity.

Director: Michael Christoffersen
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Original Language: en
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What is Genocide, The Judgement about?
Jean Paul Akayesu , once the respected mayor of his village in Rwanda, is brought in front of the UN International Criminal Tribunal. He faces a charge of genocide, perpetrated against his neighbours, and is convicted. This film tells the painful story that leads to his conviction, the first in an international court for genocide and crimes against humanity.
Who directed Genocide, The Judgement?
Genocide, The Judgement was directed by Michael Christoffersen.