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🎬 Title: Dahomey

Story: In the 19th century, French colonizers plundered thousands of royal artifacts from the Dahomey kingdom in West Africa, taking them to Paris for exhibitions. Fast forward to today, and only a small portion of these treasures have returned to their native land, present-day Benin. This compelling dramatized documentary chronicles the odyssey of 26 of these treasures, narrated through the insights of cultural art historians, determined university students, and even a repatriated statue.

⭐ Rating: 6.5 (65 votes)

📅 Release date: 2024-09-11

⏱️ Runtime: 1h 8m

🎭 Genres: Documentary

🎬 Director: Mati Diop

✍️ Writer: Mati Diop

🌍 Countries: France, Senegal

🏢 Production companies: Les Films du Bal, Fanta Sy, ARTE France Cinéma

💼 Production:
| 📈 Revenue: $506,090

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👥 Cast: Lucrèce Hougbelo (voice), Parfait Vaiayinon (voice), Didier Sedoha Nassangade (voice), Sabine Badjogoumin (voice), Dowoti Desir (Self), Micheline Ayinon (Self), Bicarel Gnikpo (Self), Nadia Vihoutou Kponadou (Self), Carlos Ounsougan (Radio Univers), Saturnin Olou (Radio Univers)

Editor’s note: Here’s a brief overview of Dahomey (2024): This documentary strikes a thoughtful balance, emphasizing tone over visual extravagance. Director Mati Diop crafts a narrative that prioritizes character depth rather than mere spectacle. Performances by Lucrèce Hougbelo, Parfait Vaiayinon, and Didier Sedoha Nassangade are solid and understated, perfectly fitting the film’s essence. With a runtime of 1 hour and 8 minutes, it’s a well-paced experience. While not flawless, its merits surpass minor shortcomings. If the subject intrigues you, make sure to add it to your watchlist.

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