Makala
Originally released in 2017. Makala is a documentary film. directed by Emmanuel Gras.
Starring Kabwita Kasongo and Lydie Kasongo
Synopsis
Kabwita, a young man living with his wife and daughters in Kolwezi, a town in the southwest of the Democratic Republic of Congo, dreams of buying land to build a house. To do so, he produces charcoal (makala), extracted from the ashes of a mighty hardwood tree. Carrying the sacks of charcoal on the back of his bicycle, he embarks on a dangerous journey to sell them on the market.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 6, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Bathysphere Productions
- Ciné+
- Canal+ International
- Les Films du Losange
- Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Makala about?
Kabwita, a young man living with his wife and daughters in Kolwezi, a town in the southwest of the Democratic Republic of Congo, dreams of buying land to build a house. To do so, he produces charco...
Who directed Makala?
Makala was directed by Emmanuel Gras.
How long is Makala?
Makala has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Makala released?
Makala was released on December 6, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Makala?
The main cast of Makala includes Kabwita Kasongo, Lydie Kasongo.