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Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun

Wodaabe – Die Hirten der Sonne1989

Overview

Herzog's documentary of the Wodaabe people of the Sahara/Sahel region. Particular attention is given to the tribe's spectacular courtship rituals and 'beauty pageants', where eligible young men strive to outshine each other and attract mates by means of lavish makeup, posturing and facial movements.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
June 12, 1989
Original language
German
Spoken languages
French, Fulah, German
Countries
France, Germany, Mali, Niger
Budget
Not recorded
Revenue
Not recorded
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