Zulu Dawn 1979
“The sun dawned bloodied... two great armies met face to face... and the earth trembled to the sound of the Zulu death chant!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 117 minutes
- Director
- Douglas Hickox
- Networks
- Lamitas, Samarkand, Zulu Dawn NV
What is Zulu Dawn?
Zulu Dawn is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Adventure, Drama, History, War.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 117 minutes
- Release date
- May 14, 1979
- Studios
- Lamitas, Samarkand, Zulu Dawn NV
- Genres
- Adventure, Drama, History, War
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10
- Episode runtime
- ~117 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Lamitas, Samarkand, Zulu Dawn NV
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Overview
Zulu Dawn is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Adventure, Drama, History, War. Produced and broadcast by Lamitas, Samarkand, Zulu Dawn NV. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“British troops confront a catastrophic defeat at Isandlwana.”
- Grand depiction of a historic battle
- Rich period costumes and settings
- Solid adventure‑drama storytelling
- PG rating may limit graphic war realism
- Nearly two‑hour length may feel lengthy
Watch it if you enjoy sweeping historical war dramas that explore leadership failures.
The film presents intense battle scenes and themes of military incompetence, suitable for mature viewers despite a PG rating.
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What historical event does Zulu Dawn depict?
It dramatizes the 1879 Battle of Isandlwana, where British forces suffered a major loss.
When was Zulu Dawn released?
The film was released in the United States on May 15, 1979.
What is the film’s rating?
Zulu Dawn is rated PG.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and fifty‑seven minutes.
What genres describe Zulu Dawn?
It is classified as adventure, drama, history, and war.
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