Country: Niger

Direction Moustapha Alassane

Direction Moustapha Alassane

Synopsis Bon voyage, Sim (S) (1966) follows the adventures of Sim, the esteemed leader of a small republic inhabited by toads. After receiving an invitation from a neighboring president, Sim embarks on a journey that takes him away from his homeland....

Direction Moustapha Alassane

Synopsis Kokoa (S) (1985) unfolds in a whimsical world where a thrilling wrestling match is about to commence. The inhabitants of this peculiar land, known for their amphibious and reptilian characteristics, gather eagerly to witness the spectacle. The event pits a...

Direction Oumarou Ganda

Cast Moussa Alzouma · Oumarou Ganda · Zaïnabou Lobo · Zalika Souley

Synopsis Saitane (1973) is a captivating film that centers around a powerful sorcerer, portrayed by the director himself, who holds sway over an entire village. This enigmatic figure orchestrates the lives of the villagers, offering enticing promises of love, prosperity, and...

Direction Ron Wyman

Cast Jeremy Keenan · Omara Moctar · Thomas Seligman · Mohamed Serge

Synopsis Agadez, the Music and the Rebellion (2010) delves into the rich history and culture of the Tuareg nomads, who have traversed the Sahara Desert for generations, linking North Africa and West Africa through their camel caravans. Known for their fierce...

Direction Moustapha Alassane · Anna Soehring

Cast Solange Delanne · Sotigui Kouyaté · Damouré Zika · Issa Bania

Synopsis Toula or the Water Spirit (1974) unfolds in a land gripped by a devastating drought, with the gods' wrath seemingly unquenchable. Desperate, the king summons a holy man who demands a grave sacrifice: the life of a young woman to...

Direction Moustapha Alassane

Cast Soumana · Zenabou

Synopsis Aouré (1962) presents a unique blend of fiction and documentary, as it follows the married life of a young couple from the Zharma ethnic group, who practice Islam, residing in the Niger River valley. The film offers an intimate look...

Direction Karim Sayad

Cast Abdallah Adam · Ibrahim Nouhou Agah · Abdousalam Nouhou Agah · Daouda Nouhou Agah

Synopsis 2 G (2023) delves into the lives of four individuals in Agadez, Niger, as they grapple with the aftermath of the government's prohibition on illegal migrant transportation in 2021. The documentary explores their challenges and resilience in the face of...

Direction Jean Rouch

Cast Lam Dia · Diama · Oumarou Ganda · Mariama

Synopsis Babatu (1976) unfolds in the mid-19th century, centering around a formidable warrior named Babatou. Hailing from the Dounga Gurunsi region, this Nigerian jumper embarked on a journey that led to the invasion and eventual settlement in a new land. The...

Direction Amina A. Mamani

Cast Salamatou Hassane · Youssouf Djaoro · Djibril Cissé · Rachele Marie Louise Coulidiati Boundi

Direction Oumarou Ganda

Cast Oumarou Ganda · Joseph Salamatou · Zalika Souley

Synopsis Le wazzou polygame (1971) is the second cinematic venture from the renowned filmmaker Oumarou Ganda, who initially gained recognition for his leading role in Jean Rouch’s "Moi, Un Noir" in 1959. This film exemplifies Ganda's signature narrative style, which often...

Direction Christopher Kirkley

Cast Ibrahim Affi · Zara Alhassane · Habiba Almoustapha · Rhissa Elryin

Synopsis Zerzura (2017) is a captivating feature-length ethnofiction that was filmed in the vast and unforgiving Sahara desert. This unique cinematic experience seamlessly blends traditional folktales with documentary-style storytelling. The narrative centers around a young man from Niger who embarks on...

Direction Aicha Macky

Cast Idrissa Sani Malam · Abdoul Karim Salissou · Ramatou Ma Maina

Direction Sani Elhadj Magori

Direction Oumarou Ganda

Cast Oumarou Ganda · Zalika Souley · Dan Baba Ali · Balarabi

Synopsis Cabascabo (1969) follows the journey of a seasoned soldier who, after serving in the French colonial army in Indochina, comes back to his hometown in Niger. He is initially celebrated by his friends and family for his service. Through a...

Direction Rahmatou Keïta

Cast Aïchatou Lamine Fofana · Aïchatou Moussa · Magaajyia Silberfeld

Synopsis The Wedding Ring (2016) follows Tiyaa, a young woman from a noble lineage who has recently come back to her hometown in Niger after finishing her higher education in Paris. She has developed feelings for a young man from a...

Direction Oumarou Ganda

Cast Oumarou Ganda · Zalika Souley · Damouré Zika

Synopsis The Exile (1980) is a cinematic adaptation of a classic African narrative. The story revolves around a benevolent king who, in disguise, walks through his kingdom to understand the desires of his people. One fateful day, he overhears two brothers...

Direction Christopher Kirkley

Cast Fatimata Falo · Rhaicha Ibrahim · Ahmoudou Madassane · Mdou Moctar

Synopsis Rain the Color of Blue with a Little Red in It (2015) presents a compelling narrative centered around the vibrant world of guitars, motorcycles, and cell phones, capturing the essence of a new generation's music and lifestyle. The film delves...

Direction Mustapha Diop

Cast Sidiki Bakaba · Merlin N'Diagne · Fifi-Dalla Kouyate · Hima Amadou

Synopsis Le médecin de Gafire (1986) follows the journey of a newly graduated physician, Karunga, who has just completed his studies at a prestigious European institution. He is dispatched to a remote village where he encounters Ouba, a revered local healer...

Direction Moustapha Alassane

Cast Zalika Souley · Djingareye Maiga · Harouna Diarra · Boubakar Souna

Synopsis Return of an Adventurer (1966) follows the tale of a man who comes back to his village dressed in the attire of a Western cowboy. He reunites with his old friends and together they form a gang, embracing their new...