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Emitaï

19731h 41mOusmane Sembène

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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.

Drama
World War IiAnti War Protest1940sWest Africa

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What is Emitaï (1973) about?

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.

Who stars in Emitaï?

Emitaï stars Mbissine Thérèse Diop, Andongo Diabon, Michel Renaudeau (Lieutenant), Robert Fontaine (Commandant), Ousmane Camara. The film was directed by Ousmane Sembène.

How long is Emitaï?

Emitaï has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1973.

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