Black Out
Originally released in 2014. Black Out is a documentary film. directed by Eva Weber. At just 47 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Every evening during exam season, as the sun sets over Conakry, Guinea, hundreds of school children begin a nightly pilgrimage to the airport, petrol stations and wealthy parts of the city, searching for light to study. This evocative and poignant documentary shows how children reconcile their daily lives in one of the worlds poorest countries with their desire to learn.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 15, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
0h 47m
47 minutes total
Language
French
Original language
Country
Guinea
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Animal Monday
- HSI London
- Odd Girl Out Productions
- Doc Society
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Out about?
Every evening during exam season, as the sun sets over Conakry, Guinea, hundreds of school children begin a nightly pilgrimage to the airport, petrol stations and wealthy parts of the city, searchi...
Who directed Black Out?
Black Out was directed by Eva Weber.
How long is Black Out?
Black Out has a runtime of 0 hours and 47 minutes (47 minutes total).
When was Black Out released?
Black Out was released on May 15, 2014 in theaters.