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Le Figaro Mara Films TV Recontre
Directed by: Barbet Schroeder
In 1971, the small African nation of Uganda was taken over by self-styled dictator General Idi Amin Dada, beginning an eight-year reign of terror that would result in the deaths of hundreds of thousands. In this chilling yet darkly comic documentary, director Barbet Schroeder turns his cameras on the infamous tyrant, revealing the dynamic, charming, and appallingly dangerous man whose fanatical neuroses held an entire nation in their grip. Made with the full support and participation of the infamous dictator, General Idi Amin Dada provides a candid and disturbing portrait of one of the 20th century’s most notorious figures.
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Technical Specifications
Format:
DVD
Disc:
DVD-5 (1 Disc)
Total: 1 Disc
Regions:
1 (DVD)
Aspect Ratio:
1.33:1
Audio Options:
English Dolby Digital Mono 1.0
Resolution:
480i/59.94
Subtitles:
English
Supplements
Types of Supplements Included: Interview, Text, Insert
- Video interview with Barbet Schroeder
- Transcription of Idi Amin
- Insert featuring an essay by David Ehrenstein
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Release Credits
Producer: Johanna Schiller
Artwork: Christine Ditrio
Release Notes on Restoration
General Idi Amin Dada
General Idi Amin Dada is presented in its original theatrical aspect ratio of 1.33:1. This new digital transfer was created from the 16mm Ektachrome original. The soundtrack was mastered at 24-bit from the 16mm magnetic sound master. To further enhance the image, the MTI Digital Restoration System was used to remove instances of dirt, debris, and scratches. The soundtrack was restored using audio restoration tools to remove clicks, pops, hiss, and crackle.