Storyline
Based on a traditional folktale, this animated film follows the hero Sambagana, who must complete a succession of arduous trials in order to make a princess laugh and earn her consent to marriage. Combining drawn animation and stop-motion puppetry, the film retells the legend through a stylized, episodic quest narrative.
Key Information
Director
Moustapha Alassane
Writers
Moustapha Alassane
Studio
Université de Niamey
Rating
5.5/10
Language
FR
Cast & Crew
Jean Rouch
Narrator
Frequently Asked Questions
Samba the Great was released on March 26, 1977.
The runtime of Samba the Great is 14m.
Samba the Great is a Animation movie.
Samba the Great has a rating of 5.5 out of 10 on TMDB.
Samba the Great is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Samba the Great was directed by Moustapha Alassane.
The main cast of Samba the Great includes Jean Rouch.
Samba the Great is originally in French.