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Free at Last: The Secrets of Apartheid

3 x 52 / 1 x 90 HD
Broadcaster:  VPRO,  ZDF/ARTE,  SABC

This is the definitive re-telling of the history of Apartheid in South Africa, and how its legacy still affects the country today. To move forward, the country must address its dark past.

 

Through moving and personal stories from both victims and perpetrators and never seen before footage, this groundbreaking documentary sheds light on the secrets that have remained hidden for decades. What really happened? Who was responsible? And why haven’t they been held accountable?

 

We unravel several key historical events to understand the system of Apartheid from both sides, and follow three landmark court cases, hearing from both the victims and killers - the first time that all sides have opened up on what really happened. From the truth behind the shocking Sharpeville Massacre to the full story of the anti-apartheid activist Ahmed Timol, murdered in 1971. From the court case of the 'COSAS 4' whose relatives are still searching for justice, to the confidential agreement between the ANC and apartheid government which still has influence today.

 

With extensive insight from key political figures alongside eyewitness testimony, Free at Last is an unmissable event revealing the true face of Apartheid.

 

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