Circus Baobab
Feb 28, 2001 · 1h 40m
Director
Laurent ChevallierOverview
French filmmaker Laurent Chevallier always wanted to make a documentary on an African circus, but there were no native circuses on the continent. So Chevallier decided to help found a circus in Guinea. 36 young people were chosen from the city of Conakry to participate in what would become Circus Baobab. A group of French circus artists were imported to train the participants for 2 years in acrobatics and trapeze. Then the group took their show on the road. This film is Chevallier's account of the troupe's inaugural tour in Guinea, from March 1 - April 11, 2000.
Cast of Circus Baobab
Crew of Circus Baobab
About Circus Baobab
What is Circus Baobab about?
French filmmaker Laurent Chevallier always wanted to make a documentary on an African circus, but there were no native circuses on the continent. So Chevallier decided to help found a circus in Guinea. 36 young people were chosen from the city of Conakry to participate in what would become Circus Baobab. A group of French circus artists were imported to train the participants for 2 years in…
When was Circus Baobab released?
Circus Baobab was released on February 28, 2001.
How long is Circus Baobab?
Circus Baobab runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
Who directed Circus Baobab?
Circus Baobab was directed by Laurent Chevallier.
Who is in the cast of Circus Baobab?
The cast of Circus Baobab includes Kabiné Traoré (Directeur de la troupe Circus Baobab), Ibrahim Koumbassa (Chorégraphe), Ibrahim Camara (Entraîneur #1) and Ibrahim Bamba (Entraîneur #2, acrobate, danseur).