The Congo Dandies (2015)

Living in poverty and spending a fortune to look like a million dollars

“La Sape” is a unique movement based in Congo that unites fashion-conscious men who are ready to splurge money they don’t really have on designer clothes. Dressing in stark contrast with their surroundings, these elegant ambiance-makers become true local celebrities… but this fame comes at a price.

Director: Natalya Kadyrova
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 26 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Editing: Karina Melikyan
Production: RT Documentary
Country: Congo
Language: English, Français
Original Language: en

Keywords

tradition, africa, travel, fashion

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Congo Dandies about?
“La Sape” is a unique movement based in Congo that unites fashion-conscious men who are ready to splurge money they don’t really have on designer clothes. Dressing in stark contrast with their surroundings, these elegant ambiance-makers become true local celebrities… but this fame comes at a price.
Who directed The Congo Dandies?
The Congo Dandies was directed by Natalya Kadyrova.
Who stars in The Congo Dandies?
The Congo Dandies stars Maxime Pivot.
How long is The Congo Dandies?
The Congo Dandies has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).
What genre is The Congo Dandies?
The Congo Dandies is a Documentary film.
Where was The Congo Dandies produced?
The Congo Dandies was produced in Congo.