Question 1

What real-life paramilitary unit is featured in the film?

Accepted Answer

The film features the Tonton Macoute, a special operations unit within the Haitian paramilitary force created by dictator François 'Papa Doc' Duvalier, named after a mythological bogeyman.

Question 2

Which prestigious film festival was this movie presented at?

Accepted Answer

The film was presented at the Cannes Film Festival in 1993.

Question 3

Who plays the character Sarah in the film?

Accepted Answer

Jennifer Zubar plays the character Sarah.

Question 4

What is the setting and time period of the story?

Accepted Answer

The story is set in early 1960s Haiti during François 'Papa Doc' Duvalier's dictatorship, seen through the eyes of a young girl whose family has suffered heavily.

Question 5

Who directed and co-wrote the film?

Accepted Answer

The film was directed and co-written by Raoul Peck, with co-writer André Grall.

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