Black Out
Synopsis
Every evening during exam season, as the sun sets over Conakry, Guinea, hundreds of school children begin a nightly pilgrimage to the airport, petrol stations and wealthy parts of the city, searching for light to study. This evocative and poignant documentary shows how children reconcile their daily lives in one of the worlds poorest countries with their desire to learn.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Human Rights Nights Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eva Weber
- Original Title
- Black Out
- Country of Origin
- Guinea
- Release Date
- 15/05/2014
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 47m
- Production Studios
- Animal Monday, HSI London, Odd Girl Out Productions, Doc Society
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eva Weber
Department Leadership Roster
Eva Weber
Director
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What is Black Out about?
Every evening during exam season, as the sun sets over Conakry, Guinea, hundreds of school children begin a nightly pilgrimage to the airport, petrol stations and wealthy parts of the city, searching for light to study. This evocative and poignant documentary shows how children reconcile their daily lives in one of the worlds poorest countries with their desire to learn.
Who directed Black Out?
Black Out was directed by Eva Weber.
Who stars in Black Out?
The principal cast of Black Out includes Not specified.
When was Black Out released and how long is it?
Black Out was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 47m.