Johnny Mad Dog
2008 · 97 min · ★ 6.2 · Drama, History, War
A cast of unknown performers are used in this drama about child soldiers fighting a war in an unnamed African country.
Directed by Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire · Written by Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire
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Christopher Minie Johnny Mad Dog -
Daisy Victoria Vandy Laokole - D Dagbeh Tweh No Good Advice
- B Barry Chernoh Small Devil
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Cornelius Keagon - T Teddy Boy Gamin aux oranges
- C Careen Moore Fatmata - Lovelita
- P Philip Tokpa Homme au cochon
- F Fanta K. Smith Mère Ibrahim
- M Massiata E. Kenneh Tanya Toyo
- O Onismus Kamoh Fofo
- L Léo Boyeneh Kote Pussy Cat
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