Emitaï 1973
7.2 / 10
Emitaï
As World War II rages in Europe, a conflict arises between the French and the Diola-speaking tribe of Africa, prompting the village women to organize their men to sit beneath a tree to pray.
As World War II rages in Europe, a conflict arises between the French and the Diola-speaking tribe of Africa, prompting the village women to organize their men to sit beneath a tree to pray.
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Release Date:
Feb 09, 1973 (Senegal)
Run Time:
1hr 41`
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Original Language:
Wolof
Production Countries:
Senegal
Status:
Released
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Emitaï
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Ibou Camara...
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Cherif Tamba...
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