Black Girl
Originally released in 1966. Black Girl is a drama film. directed by Ousmane Sembène. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mbissine Thérèse Diop, Anne-Marie Jelinek, and Robert Fontaine
Synopsis
Eager to find a better life abroad, a Senegalese woman becomes a mere governess to a family in southern France, suffering from discrimination and marginalization.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 17, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (163 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
Mbissine Thérèse Diop
as Diouana
Anne-Marie Jelinek
as Madame
Robert Fontaine
as Monsieur
Nar Sene
as Diouana's Boyfriend
Ibrahima Boy
as Boy with Mask
Bernard Delbard
as Young Male Guest
Nicole Donati
as Young Female Guest
Raymond Lemeri
as Old Male Guest
Suzanne Lemeri
as Old Female Guest
Philippe
as Couple's Oldest Son
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Filmi Domirev
- Les Actualités Françaises
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Girl about?
Eager to find a better life abroad, a Senegalese woman becomes a mere governess to a family in southern France, suffering from discrimination and marginalization.
Who directed Black Girl?
Black Girl was directed by Ousmane Sembène.
How long is Black Girl?
Black Girl has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was Black Girl released?
Black Girl was released on March 17, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Black Girl?
The main cast of Black Girl includes Mbissine Thérèse Diop, Anne-Marie Jelinek, Robert Fontaine, Nar Sene, Ibrahima Boy.
Is Black Girl worth watching?
Black Girl has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 163 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.