General Idi Amin Dada
1974, French. Directed by Barbet Schroeder.
A self portrait.
Filmmaker Barbet Schroeder shows the Ugandan dictator meeting his Cabinet, reviewing his troops, explaining his ideology.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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General Idi Amin Dada is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Details
- Released
- 29 May 1974
- Original title
- Général Idi Amin Dada: Autoportrait
- Country
- France, Switzerland
- Written by
- Barbet Schroeder
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General Idi Amin Dada: quick answers
Is General Idi Amin Dada worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 40 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is General Idi Amin Dada?
General Idi Amin Dada runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does General Idi Amin Dada have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is General Idi Amin Dada on?
General Idi Amin Dada is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like General Idi Amin Dada?
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Who directed General Idi Amin Dada?
General Idi Amin Dada (1974) was directed by Barbet Schroeder and stars Idi Amin, Fidel Castro, Golda Meir.