New film puts Rwanda on spotlight


New film puts Rwanda on spotlight
Africa United – The Movie (2010) AFRICA UNITED tells the extraordinary story of three Rwandan children and their bid to achieve their ultimate dream – to take part in the opening ceremony of the 2010 Football World Cup in Johannesburg. On the way to the vital selection trial, disaster strikes when Fabrice, Dudu and Beatrice board the wrong bus and cross into the Congo. Without papers, money or a believable story, they are escorted to a children’s refugee camp. But with considerable ingenuity and sass (and a World Cup wall chart for a map), our pint-sized heroes escape the camp and set off in pursuit of their dream, picking up along the way a “dream team” of displaced kids, who help them negotiate a series of thrilling and hilarious adventures. During their 3000 mile journey, we encounter an Africa few people ever see; experience an epic adventure across seven countries; and feel the joy, laughter and hope that comes from making an incredible journey together. AFRICA UNITED is a dramatic, heartfelt and enchanting story set to enthrall family audiences worldwide.
Africa United the Movie was Premiered at Odeon West End, Leicester Square London on 17 October 2010, and released in UK Cinemas on October 22. The story of Africa United the Movie was covered widely by the world media, comparing it to India’s Slumdog Millionaire.