Black Goddess
Jan 01, 1978 · 1h 35m
Director
Ola BalogunOverview
A Deusa Negra is a love story that spans two centuries. In 18th century Yorubaland, Prince Oluyole is taken prisoner in the course of internecine warfare fanned by overseas slave traders. He is sold into slavery in Brazil. In present day Nigeria, at his father's deathbed, the young Babatunde promises to go to Brazil and search for traces of their once-enslaved ancestors. Beginning with a Candomblé ritual, his journey takes him ever deeper into this culture and, in a dream-like sequence, affords him a deeper understanding of his ancestors' suffering and powers of resistance. Balogun effortlessly links present with past, real with magical worlds and discourse with trance. The hypnotic atmosphere is also heightened by the music of the Nigerian drummer Remi Kabaka, which plays with repetitive patterns and distortions.
Cast of Black Goddess
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About Black Goddess
What is Black Goddess about?
A Deusa Negra is a love story that spans two centuries. In 18th century Yorubaland, Prince Oluyole is taken prisoner in the course of internecine warfare fanned by overseas slave traders. He is sold into slavery in Brazil. In present day Nigeria, at his father's deathbed, the young Babatunde promises to go to Brazil and search for traces of their once-enslaved ancestors. Beginning with a…
When was Black Goddess released?
Black Goddess was released on January 1, 1978.
How long is Black Goddess?
Black Goddess runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).
Who directed Black Goddess?
Black Goddess was directed by Ola Balogun.
Who is in the cast of Black Goddess?
The cast of Black Goddess includes Zózimo Bulbul, Antônio Pitanga, Milton Vilar, Jorge Coutinho and Clementino Kelé.