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The Silent Monologue

March 30, 2008 0h 46m

Originally released in 2008. The Silent Monologue is a documentary/drama film. directed by Khady Sylla. At just 46 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Amy Diagne, Joséphine Diouf, and Fatim Poulo Sy

Synopsis

We hear the thoughts of Amy, a girl from a rural area of Senegal who works as a domestic for a well-to-do family in Dakar. She complains about her employer, who continuously criticizes her and gets on her case, and she talks about her dream of one day opening her own eatery. In Dakar, some 150,000 young women work as housekeepers for rich families to survive and help their families instead of going to school.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 30, 2008 17 years ago
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Runtime 0h 46m 46 minutes total
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Language French Original language
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Country Belgium + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Iota Production
  • Karoninka
  • Athénaïse

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Silent Monologue about?

We hear the thoughts of Amy, a girl from a rural area of Senegal who works as a domestic for a well-to-do family in Dakar. She complains about her employer, who continuously criticizes her and gets...

Who directed The Silent Monologue?

The Silent Monologue was directed by Khady Sylla.

How long is The Silent Monologue?

The Silent Monologue has a runtime of 0 hours and 46 minutes (46 minutes total).

When was The Silent Monologue released?

The Silent Monologue was released on March 30, 2008 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Silent Monologue?

The main cast of The Silent Monologue includes Amy Diagne, Joséphine Diouf, Fatim Poulo Sy.