Sankara Is Not Dead (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2019, Sankara Is Not Dead is a documentary film directed by Lucie Viver, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. After Burkina Faso's October 2014 popular uprising, the young poet Bikontine starts to question his dreams of seeking a better life in the West. He decides to go meet his fellow citizens along the country's only rail line. From South to North, through cities and villages, he learns about their dreams and disappointments, confronting his poetry with the realities of a rapidly shifting society. His journey ultimately reveals the enduring political legacy of storied former president Thomas Sankara, assassinated in 1987 and known as the "African Che Guevara."
Who’s in it. Sankara Is Not Dead stars Bikontine as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Sankara Is Not Dead has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sankara Is Not Dead page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sankara Is Not Dead tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sankara Is Not Dead (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sankara Is Not Dead change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sankara Is Not Dead worth watching?
- Sankara Is Not Dead holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sankara Is Not Dead?
- Sankara Is Not Dead stars Bikontine.
- When was Sankara Is Not Dead released?
- Sankara Is Not Dead was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.