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Ken Bugul

January 1, 1990 1h 20m

Originally released in 1990. Ken Bugul is a feature film. directed by Moussa Sène Absa. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

Ken and Jeeli are two 12-year-old children. Their greatest desire is to explore the city. So they decide to run away from the island of Gorée, where they live with their families, and head for Dakar. A ruthless world awaits them, but they soon befriend other children who work odd jobs. All expelled from Dakar, they migrate inland. The journey is long and exhausting. They finally arrive in an abandoned village, where they meet an old shepherd who becomes their mentor. Thus, the children's republic is born.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1990 36 years ago
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Runtime 1h 20m 80 minutes total
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Language WO Original language
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Country Senegal Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
WO

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ken Bugul about?

Ken and Jeeli are two 12-year-old children. Their greatest desire is to explore the city. So they decide to run away from the island of Gorée, where they live with their families, and head for Dak...

Who directed Ken Bugul?

Ken Bugul was directed by Moussa Sène Absa.

How long is Ken Bugul?

Ken Bugul has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).

When was Ken Bugul released?

Ken Bugul was released on January 1, 1990 in theaters.