Black Jesus

Synopsis

A thinly-disguised biography of African leader Patrice Lumumba, here called Lalubi. Lalubi, a Christ-like leader determined to save his people, by passive resistance, from the dictatorial regime propped up by European colonialists, is imprisoned and tortured, along with a thief who comes to a greater understanding through his contact with Lalubi.

Director

Valerio Zurlini

Written by

Valerio Zurlini

Music

Ivan Vandor

Studio

Ital-Noleggio Cinematografico

Released

16 May 1968

Genres

Drama