Movie Description

Les statues meurent aussi

(1953)

Overview

Short documentary commissioned by the magazine Présence Africaine. From the question "Why is the African in the anthropology museum while Greek or Egyptian art are in the Louvre?", the directors expose and criticize the lack of consideration for African art. The film was censored in France for eight years because of its anti-colonial perspective.

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Original TitleLes statues meurent aussi

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1953-05-01

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 00h 30m

Production CompaniesTadié Cinéma,Présence Africaine

Genres

  • Documentary