The Unknown Famine
Director: Jonathan Dimbleby
"A coverage of the 1973 Ethiopian famine by a British journalist"
Jonathan Dimbleby’s landmark 1973 documentary “The Unknown Famine” stands as a pivotal moment in Ethiopian history—a journalistic endeavour that not only exposed a humanitarian crisis but inadvertently helped precipitate the end of Africa’s oldest monarchy. The footage was broadcast by ITV for its flagship affairs series named "This Week".
Cast
Jonathan Dimbleby
Self
Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia
Self
In brief
The Unknown Famine (1973) is a documentary film. The film has not yet gathered many viewer ratings. The film runs 23min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
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How long is The Unknown Famine?
The Unknown Famine runs 23 minutes (23min).
What year is The Unknown Famine from?
The Unknown Famine was released in 1973.
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