A Thousand Suns
Originally released in 2013. A Thousand Suns is a drama/documentary film. directed by Mati Diop. At just 45 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Magaye Niang, Wasis Diop, and Myriam Niang
Synopsis
In 1972, Djibril Diop Mambety shoots "Touki Bouki." Mory and Anta are in love. Two young lovers share the same dream: to leave Dakar for Paris. At the fateful moment, Anta embarks. Mory stays alone on quay, unable to tear himself away from his land. Forty years later, "A Thousand Suns" investigates the personal and universal inheritance which represents "Touki Bouki." What has happened since? Magaye Niang, the hero of the movie, has never left Dakar. And today, the old cowboy wonders where Anta is, the love of his youth. Stories about family, exile and cinema meet between the sphere of intimacy and that of myth.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 6, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
0h 45m
45 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (8 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Anna Sanders Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Thousand Suns about?
In 1972, Djibril Diop Mambety shoots "Touki Bouki." Mory and Anta are in love. Two young lovers share the same dream: to leave Dakar for Paris. At the fateful moment, Anta embarks. Mory stays alone...
Who directed A Thousand Suns?
A Thousand Suns was directed by Mati Diop.
How long is A Thousand Suns?
A Thousand Suns has a runtime of 0 hours and 45 minutes (45 minutes total).
When was A Thousand Suns released?
A Thousand Suns was released on July 6, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Thousand Suns?
The main cast of A Thousand Suns includes Magaye Niang, Wasis Diop, Myriam Niang.