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Movie · 1997 · 90 min

Mother of the Dunes (1997)

Original title: Faraw!

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Drama

Mother of the Dunes is a 1997 movie (Drama). Mother of the Dunes was directed by Abdoulaye Ascofare. Mother of the Dunes runs 90 minutes. In United States, you can watch Mother of the Dunes on Kanopy.

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Plot

Director Abdoulaye Ascofare's drama follows Zamiatou (Aminata Ousmane), a mother who struggles to support her family in the wake of her husband's unjust incarceration. Life is already difficult in the desolate desert of Mali in Africa, but when her husband returns from prison a mentally and physically reduced man, Zamiatou will do anything to keep her two sons and daughter alive.

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Tags

#africa#struggle for survival#desert#mali

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Mother of the Dunes?

In United States, you can watch Mother of the Dunes on Kanopy.

Who stars in Mother of the Dunes?

The main cast of Mother of the Dunes includes Aminata Ousmane, Balla Moussa Keita, Safiatou Mahamane, Oumar Mbarek and Hamel Mbarek.

Who directed Mother of the Dunes?

Mother of the Dunes was directed by Abdoulaye Ascofare.

When was Mother of the Dunes released?

Mother of the Dunes was released on January 1, 1997.

How long is Mother of the Dunes?

Mother of the Dunes runs 90 minutes.

What should I watch if I liked Mother of the Dunes?

If you enjoyed Mother of the Dunes, try Bamako, Bastard Out of Carolina, A Far Off Place and 40 Acres.

Is Mother of the Dunes on Kanopy?

Yes. In United States, Mother of the Dunes is available on Kanopy.

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