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In Congo, Dr. Denis Mukwege, futur Nobel Peace Prize, risks his life to heal survivors of sexual violence.

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Country

France
Belgium

Language

French
Swahili
Lingala

Premiere

Calgary Premiere

Duration

105′

Genre

Narrative Feature

Year

2025

Subtitles

English

Cast

Isaach De Bankolé
Vincent Macaigne
Manon Bresch
Déborah Lukumuena
Babetida Sadjo

Synopsis

Some battles can change the course of history.
In the heart of Central Africa, Congolese doctor and future Nobel Peace Prize laureate Denis Mukwege risks his life to treat thousands of women who are victims of sexual violence. His encounter with Guy Cadière, a Belgian surgeon, brings new energy to his mission. Together, they operate hand in hand, driven by the strength and resilience of women.

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Marie-Hélène Roux is a French director and screenwriter, born in Gabon and raised across several African countries and France. Trained at the Conservatoire and the Stella Adler Academy of Acting in Los Angeles, she began her career in American independent cinema before returning to France to direct her first film.

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