Demba (2024)
55-year-old Demba is about to retire after 30 years of service at the city hall in his small town in Northern Senegal. That hot summer, as the 2-year anniversary of his wife’s passing approaches, he realizes he just can’t “shake it off.” As his mental health deteriorates, he discovers a new connection with his once estranged son.
Director: Mamadou Dia
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 116 min
Release Date: February 17, 2024
Cast
- Ben Mahmoud Mbow - Demba
- Awa Djiga Kané - Awa
- Mamadou Sylla - Bajjo
- Aïcha Talla - Oumy
- Saikou Lô - Salam
- Mamadou Bayo Sarr - Pekane
- Hamadi Baila - Rama
- Abdoulaye Dicko - Mayor
Screenplay
- Mamadou Dia (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Sheldon Chau
Production: NiKo Film, Joyedidi
Country: Germany, Qatar, Senegal
Language: Fulfulde
Original Language: ff
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Demba about?
- 55-year-old Demba is about to retire after 30 years of service at the city hall in his small town in Northern Senegal. That hot summer, as the 2-year anniversary of his wife’s passing approaches, he realizes he just can’t “shake it off.” As his mental health deteriorates, he discovers a new connection with his once estranged son.
- Who directed Demba?
- Demba was directed by Mamadou Dia.
- Who stars in Demba?
- Demba stars Ben Mahmoud Mbow, Awa Djiga Kané, Mamadou Sylla, Aïcha Talla, Saikou Lô, Mamadou Bayo Sarr.
- How long is Demba?
- Demba has a runtime of 1h 56m (116 minutes).
- What genre is Demba?
- Demba is a Drama film.
- Where was Demba produced?
- Demba was produced in Germany, Qatar, Senegal.