The Unknown Famine(1973)
A coverage of the 1973 Ethiopian famine by a British journalist
The Unknown Famine Synopsis
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".
The Unknown Famine (1973) is a documentary film directed by Jonathan Dimbleby, released on October 18, 1973 with a runtime of 23m. It stars Jonathan Dimbleby and Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia.
- Director:
- Jonathan Dimbleby
- Production:
- BBC, Thames Colour Productions
- Status:
- Released
The Unknown Famine Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Jonathan Dimbleby.
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The Unknown Famine – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Unknown Famine?
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The main cast of The Unknown Famine (1973) includes Jonathan Dimbleby and Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia. The film was directed by Jonathan Dimbleby. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Unknown Famine released?
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The Unknown Famine was released on October 18, 1973 and runs for 23m.