Hotel Rwanda

In the heart-wrenching backdrop of 1994 Rwanda, ethnic tensions ignited a horrific genocide. Hutu soldiers began a systematic massacre of nearly one million Tutsi people, leading to widespread chaos and devastation.

Amidst the carnage, approximately 1,000 Tutsi refugees found sanctuary in a luxurious hotel in central Kigali, owned by Sabena Airlines. This hotel became a critical refuge for those fleeing violence and persecution.

Paul Rusesabagina, the hotel manager, assumed the monumental responsibility of safeguarding the Tutsi refugees. His quick-thinking and resourcefulness became vital in providing safety amidst the relentless assaults by Hutu forces.

One evening, Paul returns home to find his wife's brother and family visiting. Their brief moment of peace is shattered when a child runs in with devastating news of armed soldiers inflicting terror outside their home.

In the tumultuous streets, Hutu soldiers indiscriminately targeted Tutsi homes, killing inhabitants and abducting women. The rampant violence forced Paul to confront the reality that his family's and neighbors' lives were in grave danger.

Paul discovers that his wife, Tatiana, is hiding Tutsi neighbors in their home. When confronted by Hutu soldiers, he skillfully negotiates for their lives by claiming they are family, utilizing his resources to secure a temporary reprieve.

Scottish journalist David and his American cameraman Jack begin documenting the atrocities committed against the Tutsi population. Their recordings serve as a haunting testament to the brutal reality unfolding in Rwanda.

Colonel Oliver, a Canadian UN official, takes brave steps to protect the hotel by placing guards at the gates. His efforts illustrate the desperate strive for safety amidst the chaos engulfing Rwanda.

As conditions worsen, Paul and his colleague Gregoire venture into Hutu territory in search of essential supplies. They are met with horror as they encounter a road littered with bodies, starkly reminding them of the genocide's brutality.

A Hutu Lieutenant confronts Paul, demanding he evacuate all the refugees from the hotel. Just as tensions peak, he receives a crucial radio communication about Belgian soldiers approaching, prompting a hasty retreat from the Hutu forces.

With news from Pat revealing that many are unaccounted for, Paul faces the agonizing decision of sending his family away without him. This choice highlights his deep commitment to ensuring their safety despite the personal cost.

As the escape unfolds, Hutu soldiers surround the convoy, leading to a tense standoff. Paul reaches out to General Augustin Bizimungo, a Hutu general involved in the genocide, revealing his desperation to secure his family's safety.

Amidst the ongoing chaos, supplies at the hotel are rapidly dwindling. Paul and the refugees resort to drinking pool water, highlighting their dire situation and the desperation felt by all in the hotel.

Colonel Oliver orchestrates a daring plan for escape, offering a glimmer of hope to the beleaguered refugees. However, their departure is met with fierce resistance from Hutu soldiers, increasing the stakes of their fragile situation.

With the chaos behind them, Paul, Tatiana, and their children begin to forge a new life in Belgium. The enduring scars of the genocide remain, serving as a sobering reminder of their harrowing journey and the strength of the human spirit.