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Thierry Michel

Director

Thierry Michel is a Belgian documentary filmmaker known for his socially engaged and politically charged work. He has directed numerous acclaimed documentaries, including "Mobutu, King of Zaire" (1999), "The Hill of the Star" (1993), and "Katanga Business" (2009). Michel's films often focus on African politics and society, shedding light on issues such as corruption, poverty, and conflict. Throughout his career, he has received several awards for his documentaries, including the André Cavens Award for Best Film in Belgium.
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  • Empire of silence
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    Empire of silence

    Documentary

    2022

    1h.50min

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    An in-depth account of two assassinations that occurred in the Democratic Republic of Congo in March 2017.

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  • Mobutu, King of Zaire

    Mobutu, King of Zaire

    Documentary

    1999

    2h.15min

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    This film is the result of more than two years of work tracking down archive material and witnesses close to Mobutu in Africa, Europe and the U.S. More ...

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  • Congo River

    Congo River

    Documentary

    2005

    1h.56min

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    I wish to reveal the depth of Africa’s culture and traditions, its timelessness and universality. I wish to show that, beyond the shadows and the tragic ...

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  • L'affaire Chebeya, un crime d'Etat?

    L'affaire Chebeya, un crime d'Etat?

    Biography, Documentary

    2012

    1h.37min

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  • L'Irrésistible ascension de Moïse Katumbi

    L'Irrésistible ascension de Moïse Katumbi

    Documentary, Independent

    2013

    1h.20min

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