The Sultan's Burden
Originally released in 1992. The Sultan's Burden is a documentary film. directed by Lisbet Holtedahl. At just 49 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Sultan ISSA MAIGARI of the Adamaoua Province, Northern Cameroon, is the traditional political and religious leader experiencing a violent transformation of the political structures in his country. He struggles to survive as a leader through the first democratic elections in Cameroon. How is he to keep the confidence of his court, of the local population and how is he to satisfy the president and the central authorities? His servants, his praise-singers, his wives, his concubines are all trying out solutions for him, but not necessarily successful ones.
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- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sultan's Burden about?
Sultan ISSA MAIGARI of the Adamaoua Province, Northern Cameroon, is the traditional political and religious leader experiencing a violent transformation of the political structures in his country. ...
Who directed The Sultan's Burden?
The Sultan's Burden was directed by Lisbet Holtedahl.
How long is The Sultan's Burden?
The Sultan's Burden has a runtime of 0 hours and 49 minutes (49 minutes total).
When was The Sultan's Burden released?
The Sultan's Burden was released on January 1, 1992 in theaters.