Naïtou, the Orphan Girl

Name: Naïtou, the Orphan Girl
Director: Moussa Diakité
Genre: Music
Released: 1982-10-22
Rating: 7.0

1982 · 120 min · ★ 7.0 · Music

A musical about a young girl, Naitou, whose mother is assassinated by a jealous stepmother. The stepmother abuses Naitou and prevents her from taking part in the traditional initiation for all young girls. The stepmother is finally punished by an old lady who symbolizes justice. The film's originality lies in the fact that it is narrated through dance and music by the Ballet National de Guinée.

Directed by Moussa Diakité

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Reflection on African culture from the Festival des Arts. Premiered at Ouagadougou Panafrican Film and Television Festival.

The first Hirde Dyama National Festival of Culture of the Republic of Guinea was held in March 1970 in the country's capital city of Conakry. The film features many colorful and diverse performances and highlights the protection of traditional West African cultural traditions and art forms under President Ahmed Sékou Touré.

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