The Song of the Rifles (2021)
Twelve-year-old Simon has lost everything to the civil war that has devastated his country. "Black Lion," the ruthless rebel leader of the People's Revolutionary Army, has killed Simon's family and burned down his house. As an expert in weapons and battle strategies, he has formed a rebel group that wants to take power by force with the help of child soldiers. Simon is kidnapped and turned into a child soldier. Traumatized and plagued by nightmares, Simon plans to escape with his comrades while special forces of the African Union prepare an attack on Black Lion.
Director: Jean Elliot M.R Ilboudo
Runtime: 114 min
Release Date: October 18, 2021
Cast
Screenplay
Editing: Jean Elliot M.R Ilboudo
Country: Burkina Faso
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Song of the Rifles about?
- Twelve-year-old Simon has lost everything to the civil war that has devastated his country. "Black Lion," the ruthless rebel leader of the People's Revolutionary Army, has killed Simon's family and burned down his house. As an expert in weapons and battle strategies, he has formed a rebel group that wants to take power by force with the help of child soldiers. Simon is kidnapped and turned into a child soldier. Traumatized and plagued by nightmares, Simon plans to escape with his comrades while special forces of the African Union prepare an attack on Black Lion.
- Who directed The Song of the Rifles?
- The Song of the Rifles was directed by Jean Elliot M.R Ilboudo.
- Who stars in The Song of the Rifles?
- The Song of the Rifles stars Sanou Titiama, Habibou Yalpougdou, Issaka Sawadogo, Guy Kalou, Maimouna N'Diaye, Gustave Sorgho.
- How long is The Song of the Rifles?
- The Song of the Rifles has a runtime of 1h 54m (114 minutes).
- Where was The Song of the Rifles produced?
- The Song of the Rifles was produced in Burkina Faso.