Diego, The Forbidden Island (2002)
This documentary tells of how the Chagossians were torn from their islands in the northern Indian Ocean. In 1965, the Colonial British authorities declared the isle separate from Mauritius in exchange of its independence. Then, the United States rented Diego Garcia, the largest of the isles, to install a military base and the population was sent to Mauritius. The Chagossians have spent the past 36 years living in extreme poverty in Mauritius, dreaming of one day going home.
Director: David Constantin
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: January 1, 2002
Screenplay
- David Constantin (Screenplay)
Editing: David Constantin
Production: Caméléon Production
Country: Mauritius
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Diego, The Forbidden Island about?
- This documentary tells of how the Chagossians were torn from their islands in the northern Indian Ocean. In 1965, the Colonial British authorities declared the isle separate from Mauritius in exchange of its independence. Then, the United States rented Diego Garcia, the largest of the isles, to install a military base and the population was sent to Mauritius. The Chagossians have spent the past 36 years living in extreme poverty in Mauritius, dreaming of one day going home.
- Who directed Diego, The Forbidden Island?
- Diego, The Forbidden Island was directed by David Constantin.
- How long is Diego, The Forbidden Island?
- Diego, The Forbidden Island has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is Diego, The Forbidden Island?
- Diego, The Forbidden Island is a Documentary film.
- Where was Diego, The Forbidden Island produced?
- Diego, The Forbidden Island was produced in Mauritius.