Djo (2018)
In the Hauts de Mayotte (The Comoro Islands), a secret space, of magic and escape, men and dogs, maintain filial almost intertwined relationships, companion species who share a common land of transformation and autonomy. Smogi has a particular relationship with dogs but also with the power of the elements, nature and the sly spirits that inhabit him (the djinns). “Djo” crosses different belief systems in a wild syncretism where the Muslim call to prayer also marks a moment of reunion with the animist and impure forces of the forest.
Director: Laura Henno
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 13 min
Release Date: November 21, 2018
Editing: Qutaiba Barhamji
Country: France
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Djo about?
- In the Hauts de Mayotte (The Comoro Islands), a secret space, of magic and escape, men and dogs, maintain filial almost intertwined relationships, companion species who share a common land of transformation and autonomy. Smogi has a particular relationship with dogs but also with the power of the elements, nature and the sly spirits that inhabit him (the djinns). “Djo” crosses different belief systems in a wild syncretism where the Muslim call to prayer also marks a moment of reunion with the animist and impure forces of the forest.
- Who directed Djo?
- Djo was directed by Laura Henno.
- How long is Djo?
- Djo has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
- What genre is Djo?
- Djo is a Documentary film.
- Where was Djo produced?
- Djo was produced in France.