A Thousand Year Song of Baobab
Mar 14, 2009 · 1h 42m
Director
Seiichi MotohashiOverview
A documentary film taking up the long-living giant Baobab trees as its theme. It is shot by photographer Motohashi Seiichi, known as the director of Alexei and the Spring (Alexei to Izumi) and others. Set in Senegal in West Africa, where modernization in urban areas is advancing and the Baobab trees, which used to be worshipped, are now being logged, the work closely depicts life in the humble village of Touba Toul, where people continue to lead a traditional lifestyle. It is a brilliant film subtly featuring the coexistence of mankind and nature through the modest life of Modou, a 12-year old boy who is the second son of a big family.
Cast of A Thousand Year Song of Baobab
Crew of A Thousand Year Song of Baobab
About A Thousand Year Song of Baobab
What is A Thousand Year Song of Baobab about?
A documentary film taking up the long-living giant Baobab trees as its theme. It is shot by photographer Motohashi Seiichi, known as the director of Alexei and the Spring (Alexei to Izumi) and others. Set in Senegal in West Africa, where modernization in urban areas is advancing and the Baobab trees, which used to be worshipped, are now being logged, the work closely depicts life in the humble…
When was A Thousand Year Song of Baobab released?
A Thousand Year Song of Baobab was released on March 14, 2009.
How long is A Thousand Year Song of Baobab?
A Thousand Year Song of Baobab runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).
Who directed A Thousand Year Song of Baobab?
A Thousand Year Song of Baobab was directed by Seiichi Motohashi.
Who is in the cast of A Thousand Year Song of Baobab?
The cast of A Thousand Year Song of Baobab includes Isao Hashizume (Narrator (voice)), Modou Diouf and Mbaye Diouf.