Camp de Thiaroye
Originally released in 1988. Camp de Thiaroye is a war/drama film. directed by Ousmane Sembène. With a runtime of 2h 34m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Sidiki Bakaba, Hamed Camara, and Philippe Chamelat
Synopsis
A Senegalese platoon of soldiers from the French Free Army are returned from combat in France and held for a temporary time in a military encampment with barbed wire fences and guard towers in the desert. Among their numbers are Sergeant Diatta, the charismatic leader of the troop who was educated in Paris and has a French wife and child, and Pays, a Senegalese soldier left in a state of shock from the war and concentration camps and who can only speak in guttural screams and grunts.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 6, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
2h 34m
154 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (21 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Algeria
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Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Films Kajoor
- ENAPROC - Entreprise Nationale de Production Cinématographique
- Films Domireew
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camp de Thiaroye about?
A Senegalese platoon of soldiers from the French Free Army are returned from combat in France and held for a temporary time in a military encampment with barbed wire fences and guard towers in the ...
Who directed Camp de Thiaroye?
Camp de Thiaroye was directed by Ousmane Sembène.
How long is Camp de Thiaroye?
Camp de Thiaroye has a runtime of 2 hours and 34 minutes (154 minutes total).
When was Camp de Thiaroye released?
Camp de Thiaroye was released on September 6, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Camp de Thiaroye?
The main cast of Camp de Thiaroye includes Sidiki Bakaba, Hamed Camara, Philippe Chamelat, Moussa Cissoko, Marthe Mercadier.