Dahomey
Released 2 years ago in 2024. Dahomey is a documentary film. directed by Mati Diop. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lucrèce Hougbelo, Parfait Vaiayinon, and Didier Sedoha Nassangade
Synopsis
Thousands of royal artifacts of Dahomey, a West African kingdom, were taken by French colonists in the 19th century for collection and display in Paris. Centuries later, a fraction returned to their home in modern-day Benin. This dramatized documentary follows the journey of 26 of the treasures as told by cultural art historians, embattled university students, and one of the repatriated statues himself.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 11, 2024
1 year ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (63 votes)
Box Office
$506.1K
Worldwide gross
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
+ 1 more
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
- Revenue
- $506,090
Production Companies
- Les Films du Bal
- Fanta Sy
- ARTE France Cinéma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dahomey about?
Thousands of royal artifacts of Dahomey, a West African kingdom, were taken by French colonists in the 19th century for collection and display in Paris. Centuries later, a fraction returned to thei...
Who directed Dahomey?
Dahomey was directed by Mati Diop.
How long is Dahomey?
Dahomey has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was Dahomey released?
Dahomey was released on September 11, 2024 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dahomey?
The main cast of Dahomey includes Lucrèce Hougbelo, Parfait Vaiayinon, Didier Sedoha Nassangade, Sabine Badjogoumin, Dowoti Desir.