Head in the Clouds
Originally released in 1994. Head in the Clouds is a drama film. directed by Jean-Marie Téno. At just 34 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In his film 'La tête dans les nuages' ('Head in the Clouds') Jean-Marie Teno criticizes the ills of the modern world and the regression of African societies. This short documentary shows the capital of the Cameroon, Yaondé, but might equally show other African cities: heaps of rubbish lie at the edge of streets, academics are out of work, officials unpaid, corruption is the norm, and misery everywhere. For Jean-Marie Teno 'colonization, civilization, independence, then humanitarian talk are merely excuses and theatrical gestures to ensure that Africa remains the place which foreign powers can exploit with a good conscience.'
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 1994
32 years ago
Runtime
0h 34m
34 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Cameroon
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films du Raphia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Head in the Clouds about?
In his film 'La tête dans les nuages' ('Head in the Clouds') Jean-Marie Teno criticizes the ills of the modern world and the regression of African societies. This short documentary shows the capit...
Who directed Head in the Clouds?
Head in the Clouds was directed by Jean-Marie Téno.
How long is Head in the Clouds?
Head in the Clouds has a runtime of 0 hours and 34 minutes (34 minutes total).
When was Head in the Clouds released?
Head in the Clouds was released on January 2, 1994 in theaters.