Sometimes in April
2005 · 140 min · ★ 7.1 · Drama, History, War
Two brothers are divided by marriage and fate during the 100 horrifying days of the 1994 Rwandan genocide.
Directed by Raoul Peck
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Idris Elba Augustin -
Carole Karemera Jeanne -
Pamela Nomvete Martine -
Oris Erhuero Honoré -
Fraser James Xavier -
Abby Mukiibi Nkaaga Colonel Bagosora - C Cleophas Kabasita Valentine
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Noah Emmerich Lionel Quaid -
Debra Winger Prudence Bushnell - P Peninah Abatoni Woman Refugee #1
- A Ashani Alles Prosecutor
- H Hope Azeda Brigitte
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