Genesis (1999)
Inspired by the book of Genesis, this film tells the power struggle between two families: a clan of herders led by Jacob and another clan of hunters fronted by his brother Esau. Caught in the crossfire is their cousin, Hamor and his tribe of farmers.
Director: Cheick Oumar Sissoko
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 102 min
Release Date: September 8, 1999
Cast
- Sotigui Kouyaté - Jacob
- Salif Keita - Esau
- Balla Moussa Keita - Hamor
- Fatoumata Diawara - Dina
- Maimouna Hélène Diarra - Lea
- Balla Habib Dembélé
- Magma Coulibaly
- Oumar Namory Keita
Music: Michel Risse, Pierre Sauvageot
Cinematography: Lionel Cousin
Editing: Aïlo Auguste-Judith
Production: C.N.P.C., Balanzan, Cinéma Public Films
Country: Mali, France
Language: Bamanankan
Original Language: bm
Keywords
bible, historical figure, literary adaptation
More Films by Director: Cheick Oumar Sissoko
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Genesis about?
- Inspired by the book of Genesis, this film tells the power struggle between two families: a clan of herders led by Jacob and another clan of hunters fronted by his brother Esau. Caught in the crossfire is their cousin, Hamor and his tribe of farmers.
- Who directed Genesis?
- Genesis was directed by Cheick Oumar Sissoko.
- Who stars in Genesis?
- Genesis stars Sotigui Kouyaté, Salif Keita, Balla Moussa Keita, Fatoumata Diawara, Maimouna Hélène Diarra, Balla Habib Dembélé.
- How long is Genesis?
- Genesis has a runtime of 1h 42m (102 minutes).
- What genre is Genesis?
- Genesis is a Drama film.
- Where was Genesis produced?
- Genesis was produced in Mali, France.