Naïtou, the Orphan Girl (1982)
2h
Running Time
October 22, 1982Release Date
Naïtou, the Orphan Girl (1982)
2h
Running Time
October 22, 1982Release Date
Plot.
A musical about a young girl, Naitou, whose mother is assassinated by a jealous stepmother. The stepmother abuses Naitou and prevents her from taking part in the traditional initiation for all young girls. The stepmother is finally punished by an old lady who symbolizes justice. The film's originality lies in the fact that it is narrated through dance and music by the Ballet National de Guinée.
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Details.
Release DateOctober 22, 1982
Original NameNaïtou l'orpheline
StatusReleased
Running Time2h
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Wiki.
Naitou, l'orpheline (English: Naitou The Orphan) is a Guinean film directed by Moussa Kémoko Diakité, released in 1982. The film, based on a West African folktale, is unique in the fact that it is narrated musically by the Ballet National de Guinée.