The Choice
1987, XX. Directed by Idrissa Ouedraogo.
Poverty and misery are rife in Gourga, a village in the Sahel. The inhabitants must choose: stay and await international assistance or leave for more fertile regions in the country.
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- XX
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- Released
- 24 March 1987
- Original title
- Yam Daabo
- Country
- Burkina Faso, France
- Written by
- Idrissa Ouedraogo
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How long is The Choice?
The Choice runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
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Which OTT platform is The Choice on?
The Choice isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Choice?
If you liked The Choice, try Mindwalk, The Young One, The River.
Who directed The Choice?
The Choice (1987) was directed by Idrissa Ouedraogo and stars Moussa Blogo, Aoua Guiraud, Assita Ouedraogo.