Africa, My Africa...
Afrique, mon Afrique...
Synopsis
Eugene, an idealistic young African farmer and musician, decides to leave his village and family momentarily to try out his luck in the city. He makes new friends there, who accompany him on his musical career. He also meets up with Kassi, a childhood friend who has become a prostitute, with whom a new, closer friendship begins. However, when she dies from AIDS, Eugene is confronted by the harsh reality that his spontaneity and innocence blocked out and decides to put his singing talents and fame as a singer to the service of fighting the disease of AIDS. Once back home in his village, the reunion with his wife and children make him realize that life and hope are more powerful than anything else.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Idrissa Ouedraogo
- Original Title
- Afrique, mon Afrique...
- Country of Origin
- Burkina Faso, France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 53m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Idrissa Ouedraogo
Daniel Barrau
Monica Coleman
Frédérique Dumas-Zajdela
Department Leadership Roster
Frédérique Dumas-Zajdela
Producer
Daniel Barrau
Director of Photography
Monica Coleman
Editor
Idrissa Ouedraogo
Director
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What is Africa, My Africa... about?
Eugene, an idealistic young African farmer and musician, decides to leave his village and family momentarily to try out his luck in the city. He makes new friends there, who accompany him on his musical career. He also meets up with Kassi, a childhood friend who has become a prostitute, with whom a new, closer friendship begins. However, when she dies from AIDS, Eugene is confronted by the harsh reality that his spontaneity and innocence blocked out and decides to put his singing talents and fame as a singer to the service of fighting the disease of AIDS. Once back home in his village, the reunion with his wife and children make him realize that life and hope are more powerful than anything else.
Who directed Africa, My Africa...?
Africa, My Africa... was directed by Idrissa Ouedraogo.
Who stars in Africa, My Africa...?
The principal cast of Africa, My Africa... includes Ismaël Lô, Assita Ouedraogo, Georgette Paré, Naky Sy Savane.
When was Africa, My Africa... released and how long is it?
Africa, My Africa... was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 53m.