Tembi
“Dramatised film of life in central Africa.”
Synopsis
Inguti, an old African chief, recalls his life as a young hunter. He sets out to find food for the forthcoming feast. On reaching the shore of Fire Mountain lake he finds dead fish which he believes to be an ill omen. On his return, he warns the witch doctor that the land is cursed, but his warning is ignored and he is pronounced mad. While the tribe continue with the feast, Inguti leaves with his wife and small son.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cherry Kearton
- Original Title
- Tembi
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cherry Kearton
Adrian Brunel, Ivor Montagu
Department Leadership Roster
Adrian Brunel
Editor
Ivor Montagu
Editor
Cherry Kearton
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Tembi.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tembi
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tembi about?
Inguti, an old African chief, recalls his life as a young hunter. He sets out to find food for the forthcoming feast. On reaching the shore of Fire Mountain lake he finds dead fish which he believes to be an ill omen. On his return, he warns the witch doctor that the land is cursed, but his warning is ignored and he is pronounced mad. While the tribe continue with the feast, Inguti leaves with his wife and small son.
Who directed Tembi?
Tembi was directed by Cherry Kearton.
Who stars in Tembi?
The principal cast of Tembi includes Not specified.
When was Tembi released and how long is it?
Tembi was released in 1929 with a total runtime of Unknown.