Madatrek (2018)

Walking Tour of Madagascar as a Family

Embark on a journey of discovery in Madagascar with Alexandre and Sonia Poussin, Philaé, 10 years old, and Ulysse, 7 years old, along with their quirky cart pulled by zebu. Their mission was multi-faceted: to produce a documentary series, raise funds for NGOs encountered along the way, open their children's eyes to the beauty but also the fragility of the island's endemic nature, and finally to live a life of long-term, joyful simplicity. Challenges of crossing, encounters, and lessons learned will always be present in this slow-paced alternative learning journey.

Director: Sonia Poussin, Alexandre Poussin
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 90 min
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Production: Gedeon Programmes
Country: France
Language: Français, Malagasy
Original Language: fr

Keywords

colonialism, neo-colonialism, white savior

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Madatrek about?
Embark on a journey of discovery in Madagascar with Alexandre and Sonia Poussin, Philaé, 10 years old, and Ulysse, 7 years old, along with their quirky cart pulled by zebu. Their mission was multi-faceted: to produce a documentary series, raise funds for NGOs encountered along the way, open their children's eyes to the beauty but also the fragility of the island's endemic nature, and finally to live a life of long-term, joyful simplicity. Challenges of crossing, encounters, and lessons learned will always be present in this slow-paced alternative learning journey.
Who directed Madatrek?
Madatrek was directed by Sonia Poussin, Alexandre Poussin.
Who stars in Madatrek?
Madatrek stars Sonia Poussin, Alexandre Poussin, Philaé Poussin, Ulysse Poussin.
How long is Madatrek?
Madatrek has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is Madatrek?
Madatrek is a Documentary film.
Where was Madatrek produced?
Madatrek was produced in France.