This adaptation of an ancient oral legend from Mali, is one the most acclaimed and widely seen African films ever made. An Oedipal story mixed with magic. Set in the powerful Mali Empire of the 13th century, Yeelen follows the journey of Nianankoro, a young warrior who must battle the powerful Komo cult. Nianankoro's greatest enemy is his own father, a dangerous and corrupt wizard who uses his dark magic to try and destroy his son. Traveling over the arid Bambara, Fulani and Dogan lands of ancient West Africa, Nianankoro eventually comes face to face with his father in a final fatal showdown. Cissés extraordinary use of landscapes and light produces a unique and striking cinematic style.
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Restored version
Language OV bambara Subtitles english, deutsch, français, español
Length 105 min. Screen format PAL, 1:1.66 - 16/9 PB, color Sound DD 1.0 mono FSK 12 Region code All regions
Four movies by Souleymane Cissé
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