Oumar 9-1-1 (1998)

This feature documentary paints an engaging portrait of Oumar, an auto mechanic from Burkina Faso. Always ready to lend a helping hand, Oumar has become a vital, central part of his community, in Montreal’s Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood. People tend to gather round as he works, and talk often turns to weighty issues: feminism, polygamy, politics, religion. In eight months’ time, he is due to return for a visit with his family after six years away, so he is searching for hundreds of presents to take with him. Back home, when you leave the nest, it’s to look for wealth. Otherwise, failure awaits…

Director: Stéphane Drolet
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 53 min
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Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
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What is Oumar 9-1-1 about?
This feature documentary paints an engaging portrait of Oumar, an auto mechanic from Burkina Faso. Always ready to lend a helping hand, Oumar has become a vital, central part of his community, in Montreal’s Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood. People tend to gather round as he works, and talk often turns to weighty issues: feminism, polygamy, politics, religion. In eight months’ time, he is due to return for a visit with his family after six years away, so he is searching for hundreds of presents to take with him. Back home, when you leave the nest, it’s to look for wealth. Otherwise, failure awaits…
Who directed Oumar 9-1-1?
Oumar 9-1-1 was directed by Stéphane Drolet.
How long is Oumar 9-1-1?
Oumar 9-1-1 has a runtime of 53m (53 minutes).
What genre is Oumar 9-1-1?
Oumar 9-1-1 is a Documentary film.
Where was Oumar 9-1-1 produced?
Oumar 9-1-1 was produced in Canada.