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Hotel Rwanda

PG-1320042h 2mTerry George
IMDb 8.1 · Rotten Tomatoes 91% · Metacritic 79
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"When the world closed its eyes, he opened his arms."

Inspired by true events, this film takes place in Rwanda in the 1990s when more than a million Tutsis were killed in a genocide that went mostly unnoticed by the rest of the world. Hotel owner Paul Rusesabagina houses over a thousand refuges in his hotel in attempt to save their lives.

DramaHistoryWar
RwandaRefugeeRefugee CampTutsiMilitiaRwandan GenocideBased On True StoryMurderSlaughterDead Body

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hotel Rwanda (2004) about?

Inspired by true events, this film takes place in Rwanda in the 1990s when more than a million Tutsis were killed in a genocide that went mostly unnoticed by the rest of the world. Hotel owner Paul Rusesabagina houses over a thousand refuges in his hotel in attempt to save their lives.

Who stars in Hotel Rwanda?

Hotel Rwanda stars Don Cheadle (Paul Rusesabagina), Sophie Okonedo (Tatiana Rusesabagina), Nick Nolte (Colonel Oliver), Fana Mokoena (General Bizimungu), Desmond Dube (Dube). The film was directed by Terry George.

How long is Hotel Rwanda?

Hotel Rwanda has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2004. It is rated PG-13.

Is Hotel Rwanda worth watching?

Hotel Rwanda holds an IMDb rating of 8.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 91. Fans of Drama, History, War are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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