A History of Independence
A History of Independence
2009, English. Directed by Nicolas Frébault & Daouda Coulibaly.
Nama and Siré marry in the early sixties. Nama is a very pious marabout who decides to pull away from the world with his wife to dedicate himself fully to God and live as a hermit. To reward him, God sends him an angel. Nama must make three wishes. This film is based on a traditional Malian tale.
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- 0h 21m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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- Released
- 14 April 2009
- Original title
- Il Etait Une Fois Independence
- Country
- Mali
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Who directed A History of Independence?
A History of Independence (2009) was directed by Nicolas Frébault and Daouda Coulibaly.