Buud Yam
Synopsis
In an early 19th century African village, Wend Kuuni – a young man, lives with his adopted family after his mother was killed as a witch. When Pughneere – his adopted sister – becomes ill, the villagers suspect Wend Kuuni. In order to save Pughneere's life (and his own) he must set out on a journey to find a healer. His quest brings him in contact with people around him and is a journey of self-discovery.
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Buud Yam
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-11-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gaston Kaboré
- Screenplay & Story
- Gaston Kaboré
- Original Score
- Michel Portal
- Original Title
- Buud Yam
- Country of Origin
- Burkina Faso
- Spoken Languages
- Fulah
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Cinecom Production, Caro-Line Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gaston Kaboré
Gaston Kaboré
Michel Portal
Jean-Noël Ferragut
Marie-Jeanne Kanyala, Didier Ranz
Gaston Kaboré, Pierre Roda, Bertrand Kabore, Bruno Hodebert
Department Leadership Roster
Gaston Kaboré
Director
Gaston Kaboré
Producer
Gaston Kaboré
Writer
Michel Portal
Original Music Composer
Jean-Noël Ferragut
Director of Photography
Marie-Jeanne Kanyala
Editor
Didier Ranz
Editor
Joseph Kpobly
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Buud Yam
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What is Buud Yam about?
In an early 19th century African village, Wend Kuuni – a young man, lives with his adopted family after his mother was killed as a witch. When Pughneere – his adopted sister – becomes ill, the villagers suspect Wend Kuuni. In order to save Pughneere's life (and his own) he must set out on a journey to find a healer. His quest brings him in contact with people around him and is a journey of self-discovery.
Who directed Buud Yam?
Buud Yam was directed by Gaston Kaboré.
Who stars in Buud Yam?
The principal cast of Buud Yam includes Serge Yanogo, Amssatou Maïga, Colette Kaboré, Sévérine Oueddouda, Augustine Yameogo.
When was Buud Yam released and how long is it?
Buud Yam was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Buud Yam?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Buud Yam was composed by Michel Portal.