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Black Girl

NR19661h 5mOusmane Sembène
IMDb 7.4 · Rotten Tomatoes 94% · Metacritic 72
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Eager to find a better life abroad, a Senegalese woman becomes a mere governess to a family in southern France, suffering from discrimination and marginalization.

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ImmigrantSuicideWorkFranceHomesicknessServantSouthern FranceExploitationSenegalFrench Riviera

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Frequently asked questions

What is Black Girl (1966) about?

Eager to find a better life abroad, a Senegalese woman becomes a mere governess to a family in southern France, suffering from discrimination and marginalization.

Who stars in Black Girl?

Black Girl stars Mbissine Thérèse Diop (Diouana), Anne-Marie Jelinek (Madame), Robert Fontaine (Monsieur), Nar Sene (Diouana's Boyfriend), Ibrahima Boy (Boy with Mask). The film was directed by Ousmane Sembène.

How long is Black Girl?

Black Girl has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1966. It is rated NR.

Is Black Girl worth watching?

Black Girl holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 94. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Black Girl?

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