Mangbetu (1954)
An ethnographic documentary about the Mangbetu tribe of the Belgian Congo (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo). The film features a discussion of various rites including the Mangbetu practice of head binding, as well as various examples of traditional music and dance.
Director: Gérard De Boe
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 30 min
Release Date: January 1, 1954
Original Language: fr
Keywords
ethnographic film, ethnography, democratic republic of the congo
More Films by Director: Gérard De Boe
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Mangbetu about?
- An ethnographic documentary about the Mangbetu tribe of the Belgian Congo (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo). The film features a discussion of various rites including the Mangbetu practice of head binding, as well as various examples of traditional music and dance.
- Who directed Mangbetu?
- Mangbetu was directed by Gérard De Boe.
- How long is Mangbetu?
- Mangbetu has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
- What genre is Mangbetu?
- Mangbetu is a Documentary film.