Birago Diop, Storyteller
1981, English. Directed by Paulin Soumanou Vieyra.
Birago Diop appears as the pioneer of African letters. He knew the long journey of poets of blackness from the 30s. But, while young writers Antillean and African chose poetry to express the search for their identity, Birago Diop was located from the beginning of his work at the heart of the African literary world, adopting as a mode of expression the tale and the novel. Birago Diop evokes his memories: coming from the old Saint-Louisian bourgeoisie, he made his classes at Faidherbe high school, the first high school of West Africa, before coming to France to study veterinary medicine, an opportunity for him to participate in the first one. core of African Presence. His works are now on the curriculum of high schools in Senegal.
- Runtime
- 0h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch Birago Diop, Storyteller
Birago Diop, Storyteller isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 January 1981.
No streaming listings yet. Search JustWatch.
Details
- Released
- 1 January 1981
- Original title
- Birago Diop, Conteur
- Country
- Senegal
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked Birago Diop, Storyteller
As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty
2000 · 7.8/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Charlie: The Life and Art of Charles Chaplin
2003 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
To Kill a Tiger
2023 · 7.6/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Naqoyqatsi
2002 · 6.2/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski
2018 · 7.5/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
A Decade Under the Influence
2003 · 7.9/10
Absolute CinemaRecommended by TMDB viewers
Come See Me in the Good Light
2025 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The U.S. vs. John Lennon
2006 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
God Grew Tired of Us
2006 · 7.3/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Downloaded
2013 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Birago Diop, Storyteller: quick answers
Is Birago Diop, Storyteller worth watching?
Birago Diop, Storyteller doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Birago Diop, Storyteller?
Birago Diop, Storyteller runs 28 minutes (0h 28m).
Does Birago Diop, Storyteller have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Birago Diop, Storyteller. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Birago Diop, Storyteller parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Birago Diop, Storyteller yet.
Which OTT platform is Birago Diop, Storyteller on?
Birago Diop, Storyteller isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 January 1981. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Birago Diop, Storyteller?
If you liked Birago Diop, Storyteller, try As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty, Charlie: The Life and Art of Charles Chaplin, To Kill a Tiger.
Who directed Birago Diop, Storyteller?
Birago Diop, Storyteller (1981) was directed by Paulin Soumanou Vieyra and stars Birago Diop.