Afrique 50
Originally released in 1950. Afrique 50 is a documentary film. directed by René Vautier. At just 17 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring René Vautier
Synopsis
The first French anti-colonialist film, derived from an assignment in which the director was to document educational activities by the French League of Schooling in West Africa. Vautier later filmed what he actually saw: “a lack of teachers and doctors, the crimes committed by the French Army in the name of France, the instrumentalization of the colonized peoples.” For his role in the film, Vautier was imprisoned for several months. The film was banned from public screening for more than 40 years.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 31, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
0h 17m
17 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (28 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Ligue française de l'enseignement
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Afrique 50 about?
The first French anti-colonialist film, derived from an assignment in which the director was to document educational activities by the French League of Schooling in West Africa. Vautier later filme...
Who directed Afrique 50?
Afrique 50 was directed by René Vautier.
How long is Afrique 50?
Afrique 50 has a runtime of 0 hours and 17 minutes (17 minutes total).
When was Afrique 50 released?
Afrique 50 was released on December 31, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Afrique 50?
The main cast of Afrique 50 includes René Vautier.