United Kingdom / Oct 18, 1973
The Unknown Famine (1973)
Directed by Jonathan Dimbleby
23minruntime
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Plot
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".
Genres
Documentary
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | The Unknown Famine |
| Original language | English (EN) |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Production countries | United Kingdom |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | BBC, Thames Colour Productions |
| Release date | 18 ottobre 1973 |
| Assistant directors | Jonathan Dimbleby |
Release dates
TV
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