Content Warnings
- 🟡 30/100 Brief scene with implied sexual violence, no nudity shown.
- 🟢 10/100 Characters briefly seen drinking alcohol.
- 🔴 95/100 Graphic depiction of violence, including machete attacks.
- 🔴 85/100 Dead bodies shown in the streets.
- 🔴 90/100 Intense scenes of armed conflict and gunfire.
- 🟡 50/100 Use of strong language in a tense situation.
- 🟡 30/100 Brief use of strong language.
Details for Hotel Rwanda (2004)
What is the plot of Hotel Rwanda?
Hotel Rwanda is based on the true story of Paul Rusesabagina, a hotel manager who housed over a thousand Tutsi refugees during their struggle against the Hutu militia in the Rwandan genocide of 1994.
Who stars in Hotel Rwanda?
The movie stars Don Cheadle as Paul Rusesabagina, Sophie Okonedo as Tatiana Rusesabagina, Joaquin Phoenix as journalist Jack Daglish, and Xolani Mali as General Bizimungu.
What historical event does Hotel Rwanda depict?
Hotel Rwanda depicts the Rwandan genocide in 1994, where an estimated 800,000 Tutsis and moderate Hutus were killed by Hutu extremists over the course of 100 days.
What awards did Hotel Rwanda receive?
Hotel Rwanda received numerous accolades, including Academy Award nominations for Best Actor (Don Cheadle) and Best Supporting Actress (Sophie Okonedo), as well as a BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Don Cheadle).
Is Hotel Rwanda based on a true story?
Yes, Hotel Rwanda is based on the true story of Paul Rusesabagina, a Hutu hotel manager who saved the lives of 1,268 Tutsi and moderate Hutu refugees by sheltering them in the Hôtel des Mille Collines during the Rwandan genocide.
