Sankofa
Originally released in 1993. Sankofa is a drama/fantasy film. directed by Haile Gerima. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Kofi Ghanaba, Oyafunmike Ogunlano, and Alexandra Duah
Synopsis
On a photo shoot in Ghana, an American model slips back in time, becomes enslaved on a plantation and bears witness to the agony of her ancestral past.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 28, 1993
32 years ago
Runtime
2h 4m
124 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (14 votes)
Budget
$1M
Production budget
Box Office
$2.7M
2.7x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
Burkina Faso
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,000,000
- Revenue
- $2,691,899
Production Companies
- DIPROCI
- Ghana National Commission on Culture
- Mypheduh Films
- Negod-Gwad Productions
- NDR
- WDR
- Film4 Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sankofa about?
On a photo shoot in Ghana, an American model slips back in time, becomes enslaved on a plantation and bears witness to the agony of her ancestral past.
Who directed Sankofa?
Sankofa was directed by Haile Gerima.
How long is Sankofa?
Sankofa has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).
When was Sankofa released?
Sankofa was released on May 28, 1993 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sankofa?
The main cast of Sankofa includes Kofi Ghanaba, Oyafunmike Ogunlano, Alexandra Duah, Nick Medley, Mutabaruka.