The African Child (1995)
In Kouroussa, his native village, little Baba lives happily, between Madou, his father, a gifted mechanic, Kouda, his sweet mother, and his gang of pals. Kouroussa is a wonderful place where Baba learns about life. But like all little boys Baba grows and now he is old enough to continue his studies in Conakry. He must say farewell to his village and cross all Guinea to the capital city of Guinea to live with his uncle.
Director: Laurent Chevallier
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: January 1, 1995
Cast
- Baba Camara - L'enfant noir
- Madou Camara - Madou, le père
- Kouda Camara - Kouda, le mère
- Koumba Doumbouya - Koumba, La tante
- Yaya Traoré - Le marchand d'or
- Awa Traoré - La chasseresse
- Gamélè Soma - L'albinos
- Bintou Traoré
- Zara Kagone
- Adama Sacko
Screenplay
- Laye Camara (Story)
- Laurent Chevallier
Music: Momo Wandel Soumah
Cinematography: Amar Arhab
Editing: Ange-Marie Revel
Production: ONACIG, Guinea, Rhea Films, Canal+, PROCIREP, CNC, Agence de la Coopération Culturelle et Technique, Ministère de la Culture et de la Francophonie, Sacem
Country: France, Guinea
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
africa, african village
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The African Child about?
- In Kouroussa, his native village, little Baba lives happily, between Madou, his father, a gifted mechanic, Kouda, his sweet mother, and his gang of pals. Kouroussa is a wonderful place where Baba learns about life. But like all little boys Baba grows and now he is old enough to continue his studies in Conakry. He must say farewell to his village and cross all Guinea to the capital city of Guinea to live with his uncle.
- Who directed The African Child?
- The African Child was directed by Laurent Chevallier.
- Who stars in The African Child?
- The African Child stars Baba Camara, Madou Camara, Kouda Camara, Koumba Doumbouya, Yaya Traoré, Awa Traoré.
- How long is The African Child?
- The African Child has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
- What genre is The African Child?
- The African Child is a Drama film.
- Where was The African Child produced?
- The African Child was produced in France, Guinea.