Daresalam
Synopsis
In a small Central African village, boyhood friends Djimi and Koni have come of age under a post-colonial government that levies crippling taxes and legally robs local farmers of their meager crops. When impulsive Koni savagely attacks a visiting government official, the resulting massacre forces the two friends on a journey that will transform them from boys into men, from farmers into soldiers and from villagers into revolutionaries. "We fight in one world so we can live in another," declares Koni as the two battle shoulder to shoulder against government troops. But while Koni embraces the politics and carnage of their dangerous new guerilla existence, Djimi longs for the simplicity and grace of the village life they've left behind. As the rebels move closer to victory, the two friends move closer to a clash of their own.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Issa Serge Coelo
- Screenplay & Story
- Ismael Ben-Cherrif, Issa Serge Coelo
- Original Title
- Daresalam
- Country of Origin
- Chad, France, Burkina Faso
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, French
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Pierre Javaux Productions, DCN, La Sept-Arte, Parenthese Films, CNC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Issa Serge Coelo
Ismael Ben-Cherrif, Issa Serge Coelo
Department Leadership Roster
Ismael Ben-Cherrif
Writer
Issa Serge Coelo
Director
Issa Serge Coelo
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Daresalam
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What is Daresalam about?
In a small Central African village, boyhood friends Djimi and Koni have come of age under a post-colonial government that levies crippling taxes and legally robs local farmers of their meager crops. When impulsive Koni savagely attacks a visiting government official, the resulting massacre forces the two friends on a journey that will transform them from boys into men, from farmers into soldiers and from villagers into revolutionaries. "We fight in one world so we can live in another," declares Koni as the two battle shoulder to shoulder against government troops. But while Koni embraces the politics and carnage of their dangerous new guerilla existence, Djimi longs for the simplicity and grace of the village life they've left behind. As the rebels move closer to victory, the two friends move closer to a clash of their own.
Who directed Daresalam?
Daresalam was directed by Issa Serge Coelo.
Who stars in Daresalam?
The principal cast of Daresalam includes Haïkal Zakaria, Abdoulaye Ahmat, Gérard Essomba, Sidiki Bakaba, Youssouf Djaoro.
When was Daresalam released and how long is it?
Daresalam was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.