Caterpillars (2020)

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Elvis Sabin’s assured debut follows Albert and André, two Central African Aka Pygmies, as they attempt to establish a new education system in their forest community. The last in their village still attending school, they are determined to pass their knowledge on, holding classes for other Aka children every afternoon. But their project requires funding and they are counting on the year’s caterpillar (known as “Makongo”) harvest to provide much needed income. Evocatively capturing the visual and sonic textures of the forest, Makongo is a layered ethnographic study of two men working to build a sustainable future for their community.

Director: Elvis Sabin Ngaïbino
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 72 min
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Country: Argentina, Central African Republic, Italy
Language: Sango, Français
Original Language: fr

Keywords

education, forest, central african republic

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Caterpillars about?
Elvis Sabin’s assured debut follows Albert and André, two Central African Aka Pygmies, as they attempt to establish a new education system in their forest community. The last in their village still attending school, they are determined to pass their knowledge on, holding classes for other Aka children every afternoon. But their project requires funding and they are counting on the year’s caterpillar (known as “Makongo”) harvest to provide much needed income. Evocatively capturing the visual and sonic textures of the forest, Makongo is a layered ethnographic study of two men working to build a sustainable future for their community.
Who directed Caterpillars?
Caterpillars was directed by Elvis Sabin Ngaïbino.
How long is Caterpillars?
Caterpillars has a runtime of 1h 12m (72 minutes).
What genre is Caterpillars?
Caterpillars is a Documentary film.
Where was Caterpillars produced?
Caterpillars was produced in Argentina, Central African Republic, Italy.