Al'lèèssi... Une actrice africaine (2005)
Documentary follows Zalika Souley, pioneering Nigerien actress whose groundbreaking roles in 1960s–80s African cinema made her famous yet led to social stigma as audiences conflated her with on-screen prostitutes or adulteresses. Now living modestly in Niamey, she reflects on her career, memories, and challenges. Her story parallels the rise and struggles of Niger’s nascent film industry and illuminates the evolving status of women in modern African society.
Director: Rahmatou Keïta
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 69 min
Release Date: May 15, 2005
Country: France, Niger
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Rahmatou Keïta
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Al'lèèssi... Une actrice africaine about?
- Documentary follows Zalika Souley, pioneering Nigerien actress whose groundbreaking roles in 1960s–80s African cinema made her famous yet led to social stigma as audiences conflated her with on-screen prostitutes or adulteresses. Now living modestly in Niamey, she reflects on her career, memories, and challenges. Her story parallels the rise and struggles of Niger’s nascent film industry and illuminates the evolving status of women in modern African society.
- Who directed Al'lèèssi... Une actrice africaine?
- Al'lèèssi... Une actrice africaine was directed by Rahmatou Keïta.
- How long is Al'lèèssi... Une actrice africaine?
- Al'lèèssi... Une actrice africaine has a runtime of 1h 9m (69 minutes).
- What genre is Al'lèèssi... Une actrice africaine?
- Al'lèèssi... Une actrice africaine is a Documentary film.
- Where was Al'lèèssi... Une actrice africaine produced?
- Al'lèèssi... Une actrice africaine was produced in France, Niger.