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Les Maîtres fous
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| Length: | 28 min |
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The film explores the unusual Hauka movement that emerged in West Africa during French colonialism. Hauka participants would perform dances to simulate possession by their French Colonial administrators. These performances involved intensely recreating military ceremonies, not simply imitating them. This dance-induced experience offered a way to express resistance and challenge colonial rule. The film examines the complexities of identity, cultural resistance, and psychological elements within the Hauka phenomenon, revealing a powerful story of human resilience in the face of oppression.
| Alternative title: | Les Maîtres fous |
| Release year: | 1955 |
| Language: | French |
| Type: | Movie |
| Sub-genres: | short film |
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