The Mad Masters
Les Maîtres fous
Synopsis
The subject of the film was the Hauka movement. The Hauka movement consisted of mimicry and dancing to become possessed by French Colonial administrators. The participants performed the same elaborate military ceremonies of their colonial occupiers, but in more of a trance than true recreation.
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- Director
- Jean Rouch
- Original Title
- Les Maîtres fous
- Country of Origin
- France, Ghana
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 28m
- Production Studios
- Les Films de la Pléiade
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Rouch
Suzanne Baron
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Jean Rouch
Director
Suzanne Baron
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What is The Mad Masters about?
The subject of the film was the Hauka movement. The Hauka movement consisted of mimicry and dancing to become possessed by French Colonial administrators. The participants performed the same elaborate military ceremonies of their colonial occupiers, but in more of a trance than true recreation.
Who directed The Mad Masters?
The Mad Masters was directed by Jean Rouch.
Who stars in The Mad Masters?
The principal cast of The Mad Masters includes Jean Rouch.
When was The Mad Masters released and how long is it?
The Mad Masters was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 28m.