‘Blutspur Antwerpen’ Delves into Murder and Corruption in Diamond Trade

The ARD thriller uncovers ties between a Congolese activist's fight for justice, Antwerp's diamond industry, and Belgium's colonial past.

The film begins with the murder of Congolese model Jean-Baptiste Kalemba in Antwerp, exposing a web of corruption in the global diamond trade.
Detectives Louma Shapiro and Pierre Didier uncover that the real target may have been Kalemba's half-sister, Kisha, an activist fleeing Congo.
Kisha's character highlights the personal risks faced by activists fighting systemic injustice in Congo and beyond.
The film connects Antwerp's diamond industry to Belgium's colonial exploitation of Congo, exploring themes of greed and historical injustice.
Currently airing on ARD and its streaming platform, the film portrays Antwerp as a city of contrasts, blending wealth and crime.