A Tooth for a Tooth
Released 3 years ago in 2023. A Tooth for a Tooth is a drama film. directed by Ottis Ba Mamadou. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles Auguste Koutou, Oumy Ndeye Mbaye, and Jean Pierre Correa
Synopsis
Idrissa lives in the suburbs of Dakar, Senegal. As a result of budgetary restrictions imposed by the IMF, then headed by Dominique Strauss-Kahn, he lost his job as a civil servant. Since then, Idrissa has been looking for work, without success. His pride as an African man is all the more affected by the fact that he is now entirely dependent on his wife, Viviane, who somehow manages to support the family through her medical practice. Aminata (Idrissa and Viviane’s daughter) and Moussa, two young students in love with each other, also see their lives disrupted by the economic situation imposed on the country. After yet another humiliation, Idrissa, who holds Strauss-Kahn responsible for his misfortune, decides to go and see a marabout to prepare his revenge…
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Neon Rouge Production
- Sunuy Films
- Tact Production
- Moabi Films
- Karekezi Film Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Tooth for a Tooth about?
Idrissa lives in the suburbs of Dakar, Senegal. As a result of budgetary restrictions imposed by the IMF, then headed by Dominique Strauss-Kahn, he lost his job as a civil servant. Since then, Idri...
Who directed A Tooth for a Tooth?
A Tooth for a Tooth was directed by Ottis Ba Mamadou.
How long is A Tooth for a Tooth?
A Tooth for a Tooth has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was A Tooth for a Tooth released?
A Tooth for a Tooth was released on February 26, 2023 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Tooth for a Tooth?
The main cast of A Tooth for a Tooth includes Charles Auguste Koutou, Oumy Ndeye Mbaye, Jean Pierre Correa, Oumou Ndeye Kaltoum Ndiaye, Moustapha Touré.