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Catch a Fire

Catch a Fire

The spark that ignites us, unites us.

The true story of anti-apartheid activists in South Africa, and particularly the life of Patrick Chamusso, a timid foreman at Secunda CTL, the largest synthetic fuel plant in the world. Patrick is wrongly accused, imprisoned and tortured for an attempt to bomb the plant, with the injustice transforming the apolitical worker into a radicalised insurgent, who then carries out his own successful sabotage mission.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Catch a Fire
  • Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 2006-10-27
  • Runtime: 101 minutes
  • Rating: 6.2/10 (131 votes)
  • Budget: $14,000,000
  • Revenue: $5,700,000
  • Production Companies: Working Title Films, Mirage Enterprises, StudioCanal
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.0323
  • Languages: Zulu, English, Afrikaans

Cast & Crew

Tim Robbins

Tim Robbins

as Nic Vos

Derek Luke

Derek Luke

as Patrick Chamusso

Bonnie Mbuli

Bonnie Mbuli

as Precious Chamusso

Mncedisi Shabangu

Mncedisi Shabangu

as Zuko September

Tumisho Masha

Tumisho Masha

as Obadi

Sithembiso Khumalo

Sithembiso Khumalo

as Sixpence

Terry Pheto

Terry Pheto

as Miriam

Michele Burgers

Michele Burgers

as Anna Vos

Mpho Lovinga

Mpho Lovinga

as Johnny Piliso

Jay Anstey

Jay Anstey

as Katie Vos

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Catch a Fire Official Trailer #1 - Tim Robbins Movie (2006) HD

External Links

Keywords

police brutalityright and justiceresistancesouth africaapartheidanc (african national congress)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Catch a Fire?

Catch a Fire is a Action, Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 2006-10-27.

Who are the main actors in Catch a Fire?

The main cast includes Tim Robbins, Derek Luke, Bonnie Mbuli, Mncedisi Shabangu, Tumisho Masha, .

Where can I watch Catch a Fire online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Catch a Fire is available.

Is Catch a Fire based on a true story?

The spark that ignites us, unites us.

What is the IMDb rating of Catch a Fire?

Catch a Fire has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 131 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Catch a Fire?

The movie had a production budget of $14,000,000 and earned $5,700,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Catch a Fire?

The soundtrack was composed by Working Title Films, Mirage Enterprises, StudioCanal. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Catch a Fire filmed?

Catch a Fire was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Catch a Fire?

The total runtime of Catch a Fire is 101 minutes.

Is Catch a Fire suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Catch a Fire?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Catch a Fire.

Does Catch a Fire have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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