Buud Yam
1997, Fulah. Directed by Gaston Kaboré.
In an early 19th century African village, Wend Kuuni – a young man, lives with his adopted family after his mother was killed as a witch. When Pughneere – his adopted sister – becomes ill, the villagers suspect Wend Kuuni. In order to save Pughneere's life (and his own) he must set out on a journey to find a healer. His quest brings him in contact with people around him and is a journey of self-discovery.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Fulah
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- Released
- 10 September 1997
- Country
- Burkina Faso
- Written by
- Gaston Kaboré
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Buud Yam runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
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Buud Yam isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 10 September 1997. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Buud Yam?
If you liked Buud Yam, try Mr. Turner, A Month in the Country, Prizefighter: The Life of Jem Belcher.
Who directed Buud Yam?
Buud Yam (1997) was directed by Gaston Kaboré and stars Serge Yanogo, Amssatou Maïga, Colette Kaboré.