Sàngó: The Legendary African King
Synopsis
Bringing 15th-century Africa--before the arrival of colonizers--to rich, colorful life, chronicling the exploits of legendary Yoruba king Sango, ruler of the Oyo empire: his ascension to the throne, his battles with the Olowu and his own war generals, his dangerous experimentations with potent charms, and his ultimate deification.
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January 1, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Obafemi Bandele Lasode
- Screenplay & Story
- Wale Ogunyemi
- Original Title
- Sàngó: The Legendary African King
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Obafemi Bandele Lasode
Wale Ogunyemi
Department Leadership Roster
Wale Ogunyemi
Writer
Obafemi Bandele Lasode
Director
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What is Sàngó: The Legendary African King about?
Bringing 15th-century Africa--before the arrival of colonizers--to rich, colorful life, chronicling the exploits of legendary Yoruba king Sango, ruler of the Oyo empire: his ascension to the throne, his battles with the Olowu and his own war generals, his dangerous experimentations with potent charms, and his ultimate deification.
Who directed Sàngó: The Legendary African King?
Sàngó: The Legendary African King was directed by Obafemi Bandele Lasode.
Who stars in Sàngó: The Legendary African King?
The principal cast of Sàngó: The Legendary African King includes Wale Adebayo, Bunmi Sanya, Wale Ogunyemi, Jimi Sholanke, Joe Layode.
When was Sàngó: The Legendary African King released and how long is it?
Sàngó: The Legendary African King was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.