Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 2006, Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man is a documentary film directed by Robin Shuffield, running about 52 minutes.
What it’s about. Thomas Sankara, former president of Burkina Faso, was known as "the African Che", and became famous in Africa due to his innovative ideas, his devastating humor, his spirit and his altruism. More than a classic biography, this film sheds light on the impact that this man and his politic made on Burkina Faso and Africa in general.
Who’s in it. Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man stars Thomas Sankara as Self (archive footage).
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $29K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man 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 Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man worth watching?
- Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man?
- Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man stars Thomas Sankara.
- When was Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man released?
- Thomas Sankara: The Upright Man was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 52 minutes.