Alpha (1972)
Ola Balogun's first feature film was made in France and focuses on a group of young Black intellectuals and artists. At the centre is Alpha, whose scepticism about fixed appellations is also expressed in his own chosen name. In his Parisian garret, the characters debate politics, art and philosophy and negotiate Black identity and cultural heritage. The action continues on its improvised way in the cafés, parks and nightclubs of Paris until Alpha finds himself between the fireworks and the celebrating masses on Bastille Day – in the middle and yet on the margins.
Director: Ola Balogun
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: January 1, 1972
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Country: Nigeria
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Alpha about?
- Ola Balogun's first feature film was made in France and focuses on a group of young Black intellectuals and artists. At the centre is Alpha, whose scepticism about fixed appellations is also expressed in his own chosen name. In his Parisian garret, the characters debate politics, art and philosophy and negotiate Black identity and cultural heritage. The action continues on its improvised way in the cafés, parks and nightclubs of Paris until Alpha finds himself between the fireworks and the celebrating masses on Bastille Day – in the middle and yet on the margins.
- Who directed Alpha?
- Alpha was directed by Ola Balogun.
- Who stars in Alpha?
- Alpha stars James Campbell, Emilia X., Jimi Solanke, Bill Hutson, Lindsay Barrett.
- How long is Alpha?
- Alpha has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Alpha?
- Alpha is a Comedy film.
- Where was Alpha produced?
- Alpha was produced in Nigeria.