Yeelen (1989)

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Yeelen
StarringIssiaka KaneBalla Moussa KeitaAoua Sangare
DirectorSouleymane Cissé
WriterSouleymane Cissé
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NR 1 hr 45 minApr 14th, 1989Drama
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Plot
A young man with magical powers journeys to his uncle to request help in fighting his sorcerer father.

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Movie Details

Theatrical Release:April 14th, 1989
Original Language:Bambara
Production Companies:Les Films du Carrosse, Atriascop Paris, Burkina Faso Ministry of Life and Culture, French Ministry of Cooperation and Development, Les Films Cissé, Mali Government, Midas, UTA, CNC, French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministère de la culture, WDR
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