The Dama of Ambara: To Enchant Death
Le Dama d'Ambara: Enchanter La Mort
Synopsis
Every five years, the mask society of the Dogons of Sanga, Mali, organizes a great Dama, a ceremony to end the period of mourning and drive away "the dangerous thing". The Dama shown here is for seven dignitaries, one of whom was called Ambara Dolo.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Rouch
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Rouch
- Original Title
- Le Dama d'Ambara: Enchanter La Mort
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Rouch
Jean Rouch
Department Leadership Roster
Jean Rouch
Director
Jean Rouch
Writer
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What is The Dama of Ambara: To Enchant Death about?
Every five years, the mask society of the Dogons of Sanga, Mali, organizes a great Dama, a ceremony to end the period of mourning and drive away "the dangerous thing". The Dama shown here is for seven dignitaries, one of whom was called Ambara Dolo.
Who directed The Dama of Ambara: To Enchant Death?
The Dama of Ambara: To Enchant Death was directed by Jean Rouch.
Who stars in The Dama of Ambara: To Enchant Death?
The principal cast of The Dama of Ambara: To Enchant Death includes Not specified.
When was The Dama of Ambara: To Enchant Death released and how long is it?
The Dama of Ambara: To Enchant Death was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.