African Culture in Rwanda

The historical context of the film Hotel Rwanda gives an overview of the genocide that happened in Rwanda in April 1994, where about 800,000 Rwandese citizens were slaughtered brutally. This happened in a span of one hundred day period where people were put to death with machetes. The massacre occurred without seeking intervention from the rest of the world.

Analyzing this film can allow one to explore or make reviews of their personal views about life. Reflecting on this film, especially the main character, will help us relate courage as part of communal interconnectedness. It will also give an image of African culture; therefore, the viewer can differentiate what the movie portrays from real life.

The film Hotel Rwanda is centered on a true-life story that focuses on Paul Rusesabaginas actions, the protagonist in the film. By this time, he was the hotel manager of des Mille Collines located in Kigali. Pauls change of attitude caused an impact on his actions because earlier on, he was only interested in saving his family, but with time, he began caring for other families (Dokotum & Okaka Opio).

The film depicts a true African hero because it celebrates Pauls courage and leadership role, a breathtaking experience. Following the tension which had given rise to civil war in Rwanda among the communities of Tutsi and Hutu, Paul saved the lives of not less than one thousand two hundred people in his hotel. In addition, he gave shelter to thousands of people to protect them against the violent situations due to the genocide.

This obviously put him at risk,...

The heroic nature portrays the African culture of a leader who, through leadership and management, a leader can make the right decisions at the right time.

Admittedly, I concur with how the film portrays the African culture concerning religion. We should have expected that religion in Rwanda, ninety percent Christianity, would...

…and other facilities. According to the UN headquarters in Kigali, it was reported that Paul Rusesabagina provided the Rwandan army commander with the list of guests in the hotel and their room numbers. The film had so many inaccuracies since some refugees who had protected Paul from extremist groups reported that his ambitions were politically geared. He also threatened those refugees who failed to pay the genocide causers despite the corporate hotel ownership urging him to stop. This shows that the film was different as compared to the happenings in real life.

In conclusion, the film Hotel Rwanda is a true reflection that gives an image of the Africa culture. A lot of what happened in Rwanda and the causes of the genocide are still seen in some communities in Africa.

The main character in the film also portrays heroic characters that have been seen in many African leaders who manage their power and seek influence so that they can deliver the best to their people. However, there are some ways in which the…