Contras' City
Synopsis
A fictional documentary that portrays the city of Dakar, Senegal, as we hear the conversation between a Senegalese man (the director, Djibril Diop Mambéty) and a French woman, Inge Hirschnitz. As we travel through the city in a picturesque horse drawn wagon, we chaotically rush into this and that popular neighborhood of the capital, discovering contrast after contrast: A small African community waiting at the Church's door, Muslims praying on the sidewalk, the Rococo architecture of the Government buildings, the modest stores of the craftsmen near the main market.
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- Director
- Djibril Diop Mambéty
- Screenplay & Story
- Djibril Diop Mambéty
- Original Score
- Djimbo Kouyaté
- Original Title
- Contras' City
- Country of Origin
- Senegal
- Spoken Languages
- French, Wolof
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- Studio Kankourama
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Djibril Diop Mambéty
Djibril Diop Mambéty
Djimbo Kouyaté
Georges Bracher
Marino Rio, Jean-Bernard Bonis
Department Leadership Roster
Djimbo Kouyaté
Original Music Composer
Georges Bracher
Director of Photography
Djibril Diop Mambéty
Director
Djibril Diop Mambéty
Screenplay
Marino Rio
Editor
Jean-Bernard Bonis
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Contras' City
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Contras' City about?
A fictional documentary that portrays the city of Dakar, Senegal, as we hear the conversation between a Senegalese man (the director, Djibril Diop Mambéty) and a French woman, Inge Hirschnitz. As we travel through the city in a picturesque horse drawn wagon, we chaotically rush into this and that popular neighborhood of the capital, discovering contrast after contrast: A small African community waiting at the Church's door, Muslims praying on the sidewalk, the Rococo architecture of the Government buildings, the modest stores of the craftsmen near the main market.
Who directed Contras' City?
Contras' City was directed by Djibril Diop Mambéty.
Who stars in Contras' City?
The principal cast of Contras' City includes Djibril Diop Mambéty, Inge Hirschnitz.
When was Contras' City released and how long is it?
Contras' City was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Contras' City?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Contras' City was composed by Djimbo Kouyaté.