Rwanda is a country in Central Africa with a population of about 11 million people. The capital city is Kigali. The official languages are French English and Swahili. The currency is the Rwandan franc.
The Rwandan genocide was a mass slaughter of Tutsi and moderate Hutu people in Rwanda by members of the Hutu majority government. The genocide took place between April and July 1994 and was sparked by the death of the Rwandan President Juvénal Habyarimana a Hutu when his plane was shot down above Kigali airport. The genocide was planned in advance by a group of Hutu politicians and military officers as well as militant Hutu civilians.
Over the course of 100 days between 500000 and 1000000 Rwandans were killed mainly Tutsis but also moderate Hutus. The violence was characterized by mass killing mass rape and widespread destruction of property. Human Rights Watch estimates that as many as 250000 women were raped during the genocide.
The international community was aware of the violence but did not take decisive action to stop it. In the aftermath of the genocide the United Nations Security Council established the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda to prosecute those responsible. The Rwandan government has also pursued trials within Rwanda.
The 2004 film Hotel Rwanda tells the story of Paul Rusesabagina a Hutu hotel manager who sheltered more than 1200 Tutsi refugees from the violence. The film was nominated for multiple Academy Awards including Best Actor for Don Cheadle who played Rusesabagina.
The film was rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for “disturbing scenes of violence and rape and for brief strong language.” The rating was criticized by some who felt that it would limit the film’s ability to reach its intended audience of adults and young people.
Critics argue that the film’s PG-13 rating will prevent young people from seeing it and learning about the Rwandan genocide. They argue that the film is an important historical record of one of the worst atrocities of the 20th century and that it is important for young people to be exposed to difficult and upsetting material in order to learn from history and prevent such events from happening again.
Others argue that the film is not appropriate for young people due to its graphic and disturbing content. They argue that the film does not offer any hope or redemption and that its only purpose is to shock and traumatize its viewers.
There is no easy answer as to whether or not the film is appropriate for young people. It is a difficult and upsetting film but it is also an important historical document. Ultimately it is up to parents and guardians to decide whether or not their children are ready to see Hotel Rwanda.
What is the movie Hotel Rwanda about?
The movie is about the Rwandan Genocide that took place in 1994.
Who is the main character in the movie?
The main character is Paul Rusesabagina who is a hotel manager.
What tribe is Paul Rusesabagina a part of?
He is a part of the Tutsi tribe.
Who leads the Rwandan Genocide?
The Rwandan Genocide is led by the Hutu extremists.
How many people are killed during the Rwandan Genocide?
It is estimated that 800000 to 1000000 people are killed.
What does Paul Rusesabagina do to help save the lives of the Tutsi people?
He shelter them in the hotel he manages and protects them from the Hutu extremists.
What is the name of Paul Rusesabagina’s wife in the movie?
The name of his wife is Tatiana.
Does Paul Rusesabagina succeed in saving the lives of the Tutsi people?
He is able to save the lives of 1268 people.
Is the movie historical accurate?
The movie is based on a true story but it is not entirely historically accurate.
Who wrote the movie?
The movie was written by Keir Pearson and Terry George.
Who directed the movie?
The movie was directed by Terry George.
What is the rating of the movie?
The movie is rated PG-13.
What year was the movie released?
The movie was released in 2004.
What country was the movie filmed in?
The movie was filmed in South Africa.
What is the running time of the movie?
The movie is 2 hours and 18 minutes long.
