The Rainmakers
Yenendi: les hommes qui font la pluie
Synopsis
Rain rituals with possession dances among the Songhay and Zarma of Simiri, Zermaganda, Niger. Dry Season: The village of Simiri; water carriers, the rainbow tree. Possession of the faithful making their way to the spirits' hut on the seventh day of the seventh month of the dry season. All of the inhabitants of the village go to the spirits' hut to celebrate the Yenendi, the festival of the rain. Preparation by the musicians: under the shelter, gourd drummers. The chief of the village, old Wadi Sorko, prepares his violin. Dance of the "spirit" horse (possession dance).
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Rouch
- Original Title
- Yenendi: les hommes qui font la pluie
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 28m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Rouch
Department Leadership Roster
Jean Rouch
Director
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What is The Rainmakers about?
Rain rituals with possession dances among the Songhay and Zarma of Simiri, Zermaganda, Niger. Dry Season: The village of Simiri; water carriers, the rainbow tree. Possession of the faithful making their way to the spirits' hut on the seventh day of the seventh month of the dry season. All of the inhabitants of the village go to the spirits' hut to celebrate the Yenendi, the festival of the rain. Preparation by the musicians: under the shelter, gourd drummers. The chief of the village, old Wadi Sorko, prepares his violin. Dance of the "spirit" horse (possession dance).
Who directed The Rainmakers?
The Rainmakers was directed by Jean Rouch.
Who stars in The Rainmakers?
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When was The Rainmakers released and how long is it?
The Rainmakers was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 28m.