Mammy Water
Synopsis
"Mammy Water" is mother sea, source of food. Jean Rouch filmed this short documentary in the Gulf of Guinea, in Ghana, where is held a colorful festival, the Chama, in which the participants offer cassava, gin and tobacco to the spirits of water and sacrifice a white ox to thank them and express their gratitude and respect.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Rouch
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Rouch
- Original Title
- Mammy Water
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 19m
- Production Studios
- Les Films de la Pléiade
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Rouch
Jean Rouch
Philippe Luzuy
Jean Rouch
Department Leadership Roster
Jean Rouch
Director
Jean Rouch
Writer
Jean Rouch
Producer
Philippe Luzuy
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Mammy Water.
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Contemplative Cinema - slow's additions
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Contemplative Cinema - slow's additions
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Documentaries 1930-1969
Early Docs
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mammy Water
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What is Mammy Water about?
"Mammy Water" is mother sea, source of food. Jean Rouch filmed this short documentary in the Gulf of Guinea, in Ghana, where is held a colorful festival, the Chama, in which the participants offer cassava, gin and tobacco to the spirits of water and sacrifice a white ox to thank them and express their gratitude and respect.
Who directed Mammy Water?
Mammy Water was directed by Jean Rouch.
Who stars in Mammy Water?
The principal cast of Mammy Water includes Not specified.
When was Mammy Water released and how long is it?
Mammy Water was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 19m.