Attila the Hun Part 1: The Sword of Mars

Attila the Hun Part 1: The Sword of Mars

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Jean-Bédel Bokassa Part 3: A Coronation for the Ages

The new emperor of the Central African Republic is introduced to the world in a totally surreal manner - with white horses from Belgium, finery from France and songs from a Broadway musical. The CAR’s finances continue to tumble. A controversial policy about school uniforms leads ...  Show more

Jean-Bédel Bokassa Part 2: The Power Grab, the Châteaux and the Missing Daughter

A new year brings new beginnings in the Central African Republic. President Bokassa attempts to modernise. But at the same time, the mass incarcerations and torture ramp up and corruption takes hold. And then things get really strange… An imposter infiltrates Bokassa’s homelife. ...  Show more

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