Mali Twist movie poster

Mali Twist

January 5, 2022 2h 9m 6.3/10 (35 votes)

Released 4 years ago in 2022. Mali Twist is a drama film. directed by Robert Guédiguian. With a runtime of 2h 9m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Stéphane Bak, Alicia Da Luz Gomes, and Diouc Koma

Synopsis

Mali, 1960. The youth of Bamako dance the twist to rock and roll music newly imported from the West and dream of political renewal. Samba, a young socialist, falls for spirited Lara during one of his missions to the bush. To escape her forced marriage, she secretly flees with him to the city. But Lara’s husband won’t let them be and the Revolution soon brings painful disillusions as they dream of a future together.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 5, 2022 4 years ago
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Runtime 2h 9m 129 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (35 votes)
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Budget $4.6M Production budget
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Language French Original language
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Country Canada + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR
Budget
$4,555,200

Production Companies

  • Agat Films & Cie / Ex Nihilo
  • Peripheria Productions
  • Karoninka
  • France 3 Cinéma
  • Canal+ International

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mali Twist about?

Mali, 1960. The youth of Bamako dance the twist to rock and roll music newly imported from the West and dream of political renewal. Samba, a young socialist, falls for spirited Lara during one of h...

Who directed Mali Twist?

Mali Twist was directed by Robert Guédiguian.

How long is Mali Twist?

Mali Twist has a runtime of 2 hours and 9 minutes (129 minutes total).

When was Mali Twist released?

Mali Twist was released on January 5, 2022 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Mali Twist?

The main cast of Mali Twist includes Stéphane Bak, Alicia Da Luz Gomes, Diouc Koma, Issaka Sawadogo, Bakary Diombera.