Synopsis
Done in the style of an African folk tale, this film, a collaboration between European and African countries, is said to be among the most elaborate, high tech film in African film. Exquisitely photographed and filled with archetypal figures to create a poetic look at nature's revenge against those who would exploit her. It is set in the forest village of Amanha Lundju, a place where the birth of children is celebrated by the planting of a tree. The trees are considered spiritual twins. But for every tree planted, the rapacious state destroys many more for firewood and lumber.
Ratings
IMDb6.8/10
8 audience votes
Key crew
- Flora GomesDirector
- Anita FernándezWriter
- Flora GomesWriter
- Pablo CuecoOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Ramiro NakaDou
- Bia GomesAntonia
- Edna EvoraSaly
- Adama KouyatéCalacalado
- Dadu CissePuntcha
- Dulcenia BidjanqueLuana
- Djuco BodjanN'te
- Jorge Quintino BiagueMudo
- José Carlos ImbomboCast
- Pedro DiasSuleimane
Stills
Themes
africabased on myths, legends or folklore