Rostov-Luanda (1998)

Sissako visits a war-torn Angola after thirty years of war in search of a friend and thereby through interviews reflects on the lost utopias of a generation of Africans who experienced the liberation struggles. His camera is witness to the dislocation and despair of those he encounters living in Angola, however he also discovers the resilient spirit of Africa and optimism for its future in unexpected ways.

Director: Abderrahmane Sissako
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 58 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Jacques Besse
Editing: Claudio Martinez
Production: Instituto Angolano de Cinema, Agence de la Coopération Culturelle et Technique
Country: Germany, Angola, Mauritania, France, Belgium
Language: Français, Pусский
Original Language: fr

Keywords

angola

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rostov-Luanda about?
Sissako visits a war-torn Angola after thirty years of war in search of a friend and thereby through interviews reflects on the lost utopias of a generation of Africans who experienced the liberation struggles. His camera is witness to the dislocation and despair of those he encounters living in Angola, however he also discovers the resilient spirit of Africa and optimism for its future in unexpected ways.
Who directed Rostov-Luanda?
Rostov-Luanda was directed by Abderrahmane Sissako.
Who stars in Rostov-Luanda?
Rostov-Luanda stars Abderrahmane Sissako.
How long is Rostov-Luanda?
Rostov-Luanda has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
What genre is Rostov-Luanda?
Rostov-Luanda is a Documentary film.
Where was Rostov-Luanda produced?
Rostov-Luanda was produced in Germany, Angola, Mauritania, France, Belgium.