A Sunday in Kigali (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2006, A Sunday in Kigali is a drama film directed by Robert Favreau, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. In April 1994, the middle-aged Canadian journalist Bernard Valcourt is making a documentary in Kigali about AIDS. He secretly falls in love for the Tutsi waitress of his hotel Gentille, who is younger than him, in a period of violent racial conflicts. When the genocide of the Tutsis by the Hutus in Rwanda begins, Bernard does not succeed in escaping with Gentille to Canada. When the genocide finishes in July 1994, Bernard returns to the chaotic Kigali seeking out Gentille in the middle of destruction and dead bodies.
Who’s in it. A Sunday in Kigali stars Luc Picard as Bernard Valcourt, Fatou N'Diaye as Gentille, Céline Bonnier as Élise and Luck Mervil as Raphaël, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, A Sunday in Kigali has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Sunday in Kigali page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Sunday in Kigali tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Sunday in Kigali (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Sunday in Kigali change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Sunday in Kigali worth watching?
- A Sunday in Kigali holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Sunday in Kigali?
- A Sunday in Kigali stars Luc Picard, Fatou N'Diaye, Céline Bonnier, Luck Mervil and Maka Kotto.
- When was A Sunday in Kigali released?
- A Sunday in Kigali was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.