Batouk
Originally released in 1968. Batouk is a documentary film. directed by Jean-Jacques Manigot.
Starring Judith Jamison
Synopsis
This uneven and uninspired documentary of Africa is a collection from various stock footage. Female dancers in mod clothes dance on the Eiffel Tower in comparison to the primitive dances of native Africans. A lone runner trains for a marathon, and a few animals are shown in their natural habitat. Commentary and modern jazz and pop music help to make this seem much longer than 66 minutes.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 31, 1968
58 years ago
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Gaumont
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Batouk about?
This uneven and uninspired documentary of Africa is a collection from various stock footage. Female dancers in mod clothes dance on the Eiffel Tower in comparison to the primitive dances of native ...
Who directed Batouk?
Batouk was directed by Jean-Jacques Manigot.
When was Batouk released?
Batouk was released on January 31, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Batouk?
The main cast of Batouk includes Judith Jamison.