Emitaï (1973)

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Released:
1973-02-09

Overview:
As World War II rages in Europe, a conflict arises between the French and the Diola-speaking tribe of Africa, prompting the village women to organize their men to sit beneath a tree to pray.

Director:
Ousmane Sembène

Runtime:
1h 41min

Genre:
Drama

  • Cast:
  • Mbissine Thérèse Diop
  • Andongo Diabon
  • Michel Renaudeau
    as
    Lieutenant
  • Robert Fontaine
    as
    Commandant
  • Ousmane Camara