Niaye Explained

Director:Ousmane Sembène
Based On:Vehi-Ciosane ou Blanche-Genèse
Starring:Sow
Astou Ndiaye
Mame Dia
Modo Séne
Music:Fatou Casset
Kèba Faye
Cinematography:Georges Caristan
Editing:André Gaudier
Studio:Films Domirev
Runtime:29 minutes
Country:Senegal
Language:French

Niaye is a 1964 Senegalese short drama film directed by Ousmane Sembène. It is an adaptation of Vehi-Ciosane ou Blanche-Genèse.

Plot summary

The pregnancy of a young girl scandalizes her community.

Cast

Production notes

The film was shot on 16 mm film with the participation of the inhabitants of the village of Keur Haly Sarrata.