Movie Description
Delwende
(2005)Overview
After a young boy dies of meningitis, Napoko Diarrha (Yaméogo) is accused of eating his soul because of a local sexist tradition. While this happens, her husband feels disgraced that Diarrha resists the idea of marrying off their daughter, so he exactes his revenge by spreading a dangerous rumor that would probably get her killed. Because of this, Diarrha's fate falls into the village elder's hands. When she finds out she will go trial, she decides to flee to the nearest town, Ouagadougou, before that can take place. After successfully leaving her village, Diarrha's age causes her health to decline, while her daughter grows up. Some time later, her daughter decides to travel to Ouagadougou, in search of her missing mother. Once they are reconnected, they attempt to escape from their male-dominated society.
Cast
Napoko
Pougbila
Diarra
Nonceur
Bancé, l'ancien
Raogo, le devin
Elie, le fou
Dancer / musician
Dancer / musician
Dancer / musician
Dancer / musician
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Facts
Original TitleDelwende
Status Released
Release Information
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2005-11-14
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 01h 30m
Production CompaniesDunia Productions,Les Films de l'Espoir,Thelma Film
Genres
- Drama
