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FRANCE · 1970

Mya - la mère

Jean Rouch
French New Wave motherhood child care Niger family life cultural practices
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Synopsis

A short film about two mothers from Niger and how they care for their children.

Year1970
CountryFrance
DirectorJean Rouch
MovementFrench New Wave
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