Burkina, Princess Yennenga (2015)
The film is homage to the powerful spirit of the 12th-century West African warrior princess, whose presence is still felt by women living there today. Seeking to undo African stereotypes by looking at the professional lives of women in Burkina Faso, the film talks to a firefighter, a swimmer, a mushroom biologist, a mechanic, an astrophysicist, a rapper, and more – allowing women (all inspired by the legendary Princess Yennenga) to give voice to their own unique experience.
Director: Nicole Mackinlay Hahn
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 8 min
Release Date: October 4, 2015
Country: Burkina Faso, United States of America
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Burkina, Princess Yennenga about?
- The film is homage to the powerful spirit of the 12th-century West African warrior princess, whose presence is still felt by women living there today. Seeking to undo African stereotypes by looking at the professional lives of women in Burkina Faso, the film talks to a firefighter, a swimmer, a mushroom biologist, a mechanic, an astrophysicist, a rapper, and more – allowing women (all inspired by the legendary Princess Yennenga) to give voice to their own unique experience.
- Who directed Burkina, Princess Yennenga?
- Burkina, Princess Yennenga was directed by Nicole Mackinlay Hahn.
- How long is Burkina, Princess Yennenga?
- Burkina, Princess Yennenga has a runtime of 8m (8 minutes).
- What genre is Burkina, Princess Yennenga?
- Burkina, Princess Yennenga is a Documentary film.
- Where was Burkina, Princess Yennenga produced?
- Burkina, Princess Yennenga was produced in Burkina Faso, United States of America.