Genesis

Synopsis

Inspired by the book of Genesis, this film tells the power struggle between two families: a clan of herders led by Jacob and another clan of hunters fronted by his brother Esau. Caught in the crossfire is their cousin, Hamor and his tribe of farmers.

Details

Director

Cheick Oumar Sissoko

Release

September 8, 1999

Status

Released

Country

Mali, France

Network

C.N.P.C.

Runtime

1h 42m

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Where to watch

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Cast

• 
  Sotigui Kouyaté

  Jacob
• 
  Salif Keita

  Esau
• Balla Moussa Keita

  Hamor
• 
  Fatoumata Diawara

  Dina
• 
  Maimouna Hélène Diarra

  Lea
• Balla Habib Dembélé
• Magma Coulibaly
• Oumar Namory Keita

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