Dahomey
- Documentary
Thousands of royal artifacts of Dahomey, a West African kingdom, were taken by French colonists in the 19th century for collection and display in Paris. Centuries later, a fraction returned to their home in modern-day Benin. This dramatized documentary follows the journey of 26 of the treasures as told by cultural art historians, embattled university students, and one of the repatriated statues himself.
Dahomey is a documentary that traces the return of 26 royal artifacts stolen from a West African kingdom by French colonists in the 19th century. Now available after its September 2024 release, the film follows these treasures as they journey back to modern-day Benin, told through interviews with art historians, students, and even one of the repatriated statues.
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BrazilTop cast
Follow an actor to track their next projects- Lucrèce Hougbelo(voice)
- Parfait Vaiayinon(voice)
- Didier Sedoha Nassangade(voice)
- Sabine Badjogoumin(voice)
- Dowoti DesirSelf
- Micheline AyinonSelf
- Bicarel GnikpoSelf
- Nadia Vihoutou KponadouSelf
- Carlos OunsouganRadio Univers
- Saturnin OlouRadio Univers
- Michael VogbeRadio Univers
- Pricette ZannouRadio Univers
- Armel AnagonouRadio Univers
- Amour AmoussouvikpoRadio Univers
- Alexandre ViakinnouRadio Univers
Trailer
Official Trailer #2 [Subtitled]
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When was Dahomey released?
Dahomey was released on September 11, 2024.
What is Dahomey about?
The film documents the repatriation of 26 royal artifacts from the Kingdom of Dahomey that were taken by French colonists centuries ago, now being returned to Benin. It features perspectives from cultural historians, university students, and incorporates narration from one of the statues itself.
Where can I watch Dahomey?
Dahomey is available to stream on MUBI.
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