A powerful portrait of Desmond Tutu, the rebel Archbishop who helped end Apartheid, changing the soul of a nation and inspiring generations worldwide.

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STORY 

Desmond Tutu was more than an Archbishop, he was a moral compass, a fearless champion of justice and a global beacon of hope. TUTU is a powerful feature documentary that reveals the man behind the iconic voice, through never-before-seen archival footage and first-hand accounts from those who walked beside him. The film traces Tutu’s rise as the unwavering voice of the oppressed. In the face of brutality, he stood resolute, guided by faith, fueled by hope and driven by an unshakable belief in the humanity of all people. At its heart, this is a story of the transformative power of forgiveness, a message from which Tutu never wavered. 

FILMMAKER

Sam Pollard is widely regarded as one of America’s most accomplished and influential documentary filmmakers. Over a remarkable four-decade career, he has distinguished himself as a director, editor and producer whose work has helped define the landscape of modern nonfiction storytelling. His films have earned some of the industry’s highest honours, including Peabody Awards, Emmy Awards, and an Academy Award nomination. In recognition of his extraordinary contributions to documentary cinema, the International Documentary Association presented him with its prestigious Career Achievement Award in 2020. Sam Pollard’s body of work reflects a deep commitment to chronicling the African American experience with nuance, rigor, and emotional clarity. His films often centre complex protagonists whose stories illuminate broader social and historical forces, dissect systems of exploitation and racial oppression, and foreground vital conversations about racial injustice in America. Whether examining pivotal historical events or engaging with pressing contemporary issues, Sam approaches each project with both historical insight and narrative sensitivity. A hallmark of his filmmaking is the seamless blending of nonfiction and fiction techniques, creating work that is as cinematically compelling as it is intellectually rich. His extensive catalogue spans profiles of cultural icons and political figures, investigations into institutional power, and explorations of artistic expression within Black America. Across genres and subjects, Pollard’s work remains united by a dedication to truth-telling, an eye for detail, and a profound respect for the communities and histories he chronicles. Widely admired by audiences, critics and peers alike, Sam Pollard continues to shape the documentary field through films that challenge, enlighten, and inspire.

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