Samba Traoré (1993)

Samba Traoré (1993) poster

During a robbery at a petrol station in town, one of the accomplices is shot dead. The other, Samba Traoré, flees with the loot: a suitcase full of banknotes. After years away, he returns to his native village. Life has gone on as usual, and Saratou is as beautiful as he remembers her. Director Idrissa Ouedraogo paints a portrait of a man haunted by his past, trying to rebuild his life and start afresh. But past mistakes never stay buried for long.

Director: Idrissa Ouedraogo
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 85 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Faton Cahen, Wasis Diop
Cinematography: Mathieu Vadepied, Pierre-Laurent Chénieux
Editing: Joëlle Dufour
Production: Waka Films, Films A2, Films de L'Avenir, Les Films de l'Avenir, Les Films de la Plaine
Country: Burkina Faso, France, Switzerland
Language: Français
Original Language: bm

Keywords

africa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Samba Traoré about?
During a robbery at a petrol station in town, one of the accomplices is shot dead. The other, Samba Traoré, flees with the loot: a suitcase full of banknotes. After years away, he returns to his native village. Life has gone on as usual, and Saratou is as beautiful as he remembers her. Director Idrissa Ouedraogo paints a portrait of a man haunted by his past, trying to rebuild his life and start afresh. But past mistakes never stay buried for long.
Who directed Samba Traoré?
Samba Traoré was directed by Idrissa Ouedraogo.
Who stars in Samba Traoré?
Samba Traoré stars Bakary Sangaré, Mariam Kaba, Abdoulaye Komboudri, Irène Tassembédo, Moumouni Campaoré, Sibidou Ouédraogo.
How long is Samba Traoré?
Samba Traoré has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
What genre is Samba Traoré?
Samba Traoré is a Drama film.
Where was Samba Traoré produced?
Samba Traoré was produced in Burkina Faso, France, Switzerland.