Camp de Thiaroye (1988)

26 May 1989 • Drama, War • 2h 37m

In this semi-autobiographical film, black soldiers help to defend France, but are detained in prison camp before being repatriated home.

Ousmane Sembene, Thierno Faty Sow
Director

Ousmane Sembene, Thierno Faty Sow
Writer

Sidiki Bakaba, Hamed Camara, Ismaila Cissé
Starring

Language: German, French, Wolof, English
Awards: 6 wins & 1 nomination
Country: Senegal, Algeria, Tunisia
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7.7

IMDb (622 votes)

100%

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