Black Samurai (2006)
The Surmas live in the Kibish River Valley, in southern Ethiopia, where modern man was born 195,000 years ago. They hold up the mirror to us of a past in which we can recognize ourselves, despite the geographical and cultural distance. This semi-nomadic people who depend on livestock is not well known. Traditional donga fighting, a duel with sticks, earned them a reputation for brutality which keeps outsiders at a distance. In fact, the donga is a martial art that celebrates values necessary for survival in a region torn by tribal warfare. This nation of 28,000 souls possesses nothing other than its livestock. Its impoverished condition is an art of extreme living that commands respect.
Director: Jean Queyrat
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: July 13, 2006
Screenplay
Music: Pierre Estève
Editing: Françoise Garnault
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Black Samurai about?
- The Surmas live in the Kibish River Valley, in southern Ethiopia, where modern man was born 195,000 years ago. They hold up the mirror to us of a past in which we can recognize ourselves, despite the geographical and cultural distance. This semi-nomadic people who depend on livestock is not well known. Traditional donga fighting, a duel with sticks, earned them a reputation for brutality which keeps outsiders at a distance. In fact, the donga is a martial art that celebrates values necessary for survival in a region torn by tribal warfare. This nation of 28,000 souls possesses nothing other than its livestock. Its impoverished condition is an art of extreme living that commands respect.
- Who directed Black Samurai?
- Black Samurai was directed by Jean Queyrat.
- How long is Black Samurai?
- Black Samurai has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is Black Samurai?
- Black Samurai is a Documentary film.