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IMDb20251h 48mGermany, Cameroon, France

The Taste of Palm Wine

Le goût du vin de palme

Synopsis

Escaping from her daughter, who has eyes only for her inheritance and accuses her of dilapidating the family fortune, Ariane, the richest woman in France but already an old woman, thwarts security to escape from the prison of her mansion where her family has locked her up because she dared to shower a gigolo with gifts. With her African chauffeur Aristide at the wheel of the Bentley, they wander around Paris with no real destination. For the first time, Ariane becomes interested in the origins and the personality of this black man, until now « invisible », who has been driving her for ten years. It's in this way that Africa will impose itself on her through Aristide's stories, African food and palm wine. An adventure into the unreal, where Africa becomes the way out and the lifeline from the family impasse in which she finds herself. If money can’t make you happy, try Africa.

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Ecrans Noirs

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Jean-Pierre Bekolo
Screenplay & Story
Jean-Pierre Bekolo, Simon Njami
Original Title
Le goût du vin de palme
Country of Origin
Germany, Cameroon, France
Spoken Languages
French
Runtime
1h 48m
Production Studios
Weltfilm, Zili Jungle Studios, Beks Prod

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jean-Pierre Bekolo

Screenplay & Story

Jean-Pierre Bekolo, Simon Njami

Director of Photography

Ayşe Alacakaptan

Film Editing

Jean-Pierre Bekolo

Department Leadership Roster

Jean-Pierre Bekolo

Jean-Pierre Bekolo

Director

Jean-Pierre Bekolo

Jean-Pierre Bekolo

Writer

Simon Njami

Writer

Ayşe Alacakaptan

Director of Photography

Jean-Pierre Bekolo

Jean-Pierre Bekolo

Editor

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Taste of Palm Wine.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Taste of Palm Wine

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Taste of Palm Wine about?

Escaping from her daughter, who has eyes only for her inheritance and accuses her of dilapidating the family fortune, Ariane, the richest woman in France but already an old woman, thwarts security to escape from the prison of her mansion where her family has locked her up because she dared to shower a gigolo with gifts. With her African chauffeur Aristide at the wheel of the Bentley, they wander around Paris with no real destination. For the first time, Ariane becomes interested in the origins and the personality of this black man, until now « invisible », who has been driving her for ten years. It's in this way that Africa will impose itself on her through Aristide's stories, African food and palm wine. An adventure into the unreal, where Africa becomes the way out and the lifeline from the family impasse in which she finds herself. If money can’t make you happy, try Africa.

Who directed The Taste of Palm Wine?

The Taste of Palm Wine was directed by Jean-Pierre Bekolo.

Who stars in The Taste of Palm Wine?

The principal cast of The Taste of Palm Wine includes Caroline Ducrocq, Emile Abossolo M'bo, Félix Kama, Binda Ngazolo, Prune Essono Tsimi.

When was The Taste of Palm Wine released and how long is it?

The Taste of Palm Wine was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.