White Elephant (1984)

An amusing and well-founded semi-documentary about the resistance of the black continent to imperialistic technocrats

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This film was made entirely in Ghana and consists of documentary scenes and a fictitious story about a British engineer who wants to import microchips to Africa. But the reaction of the blacks to his plans to build a fully automatic plastic furniture factory surprises him. His faith in technocracy stands opposed to what they know about the environment. When the conflict has reached its climax, a spell is cast upon him... finally, he gives up... but his attitude toward Africa has changed for the better.

Director: Werner Grusch
Genre: Documentary, Comedy
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Screenplay

Music: Georg Friedrich Händel
Cinematography: Tom Hurwitz
Editing: Tom Hurwitz
Production: Worldoc Production
Country: Ghana, Austria, United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Werner Grusch
More Films in Genre: Documentary, Comedy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is White Elephant about?
This film was made entirely in Ghana and consists of documentary scenes and a fictitious story about a British engineer who wants to import microchips to Africa. But the reaction of the blacks to his plans to build a fully automatic plastic furniture factory surprises him. His faith in technocracy stands opposed to what they know about the environment. When the conflict has reached its climax, a spell is cast upon him... finally, he gives up... but his attitude toward Africa has changed for the better.
Who directed White Elephant?
White Elephant was directed by Werner Grusch.
Who stars in White Elephant?
White Elephant stars Peter Firth, Nana Seowg, Abi Adatsi, Kwabena Holm, Owusu Akyeaw, Sarfo Opku.
What genre is White Elephant?
White Elephant is a Documentary, Comedy film.
Where was White Elephant produced?
White Elephant was produced in Ghana, Austria, United Kingdom.