LAMB

Paulin Soumanou VIEYRA
  • 2018
  • Cannes Classics
  • Restored prints

The traditional fight called “Lamb” in Wolof, reminiscent of the Greco-Roman struggle, is a popular national sport in Senegal. It has special and very strict rules. Wrestlers train on the beach. They are preparing their future fights. The fightings take place and are presented as a sport and a folk festival, following the African tradition.

Directed by : Paulin Soumanou VIEYRA
Year of production: 1963
Durée : 18 minutes

Credits

Contacts

Producer


  • Stéphane MINISTERE DE L'INFORMATION SÉNÉGALA

Distribution

International sales

  • PSVFILMS

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