Documentary
WORLD MUSIC DISCOVERIES: DRUMS AND DJEMBES OF BURKINA FASO
2004
Directed by Patrick Kersalé
Spoiler-Free
In the African nation of Burkina Faso, drums such as the djembe are more than a simple instrument; they have long been used for communication and storytelling as well as musical accompaniment, as this fascinating documentary illustrates.
Movie Vibe
Suspense5
Emotion5
Complexity5.8
Humor5.8
Realism8.2
Action5.4
Darkness5
Who would enjoy this
Recommended for
- ✓people who enjoy learning through film
May not appeal to
- –those seeking nonstop action
- –those looking for narrative fiction
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