Adwa (film)

Adwa - An African Victory
Directed by Haile Gerima
Distributed by Mypheduh Films, Inc.
Release dates
1999
Running time
96 minutes
Country Ethiopia
Italy
United States
Language Amharic, English

Adwa - An African Victory is a 1999 Ethiopian documentary film directed by Haile Gerima. It concerns the Battle of Adowa (Adwa) (1896).

Plot summary

In 1896, Ethiopia, largely armed with spears and knives, defeats a well-equipped and organized Italian military bent on conquest and colonization.

The Ethiopian people rise to triumph over the Italians at the Battle of Adwa. The event ignited a lasting flame of hope, of freedom and independence in the hearts of African people.

The film illustrates an inspirational source of African empowerment.

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