Simb, le Jeux du Faux Lion (1969)

The game of the false lion is a custom dating back more than a century. It is believed that only the people who have been touched by the lion can identify with it and be subject to the influence of its behaviour. Pierre N'Gom, with this son, the lion cub, are the last descendants of a family of false lions. In the chaos of the popular celebration, and to the endless rhythm of drums, the lion and the cub attack the public to give vent to their aggressiveness. The false lion can be tamed only by the eloquence of the word.

Director: Momar Thiam
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 12 min
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Country: Senegal
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Simb, le Jeux du Faux Lion about?
The game of the false lion is a custom dating back more than a century. It is believed that only the people who have been touched by the lion can identify with it and be subject to the influence of its behaviour. Pierre N'Gom, with this son, the lion cub, are the last descendants of a family of false lions. In the chaos of the popular celebration, and to the endless rhythm of drums, the lion and the cub attack the public to give vent to their aggressiveness. The false lion can be tamed only by the eloquence of the word.
Who directed Simb, le Jeux du Faux Lion?
Simb, le Jeux du Faux Lion was directed by Momar Thiam.
How long is Simb, le Jeux du Faux Lion?
Simb, le Jeux du Faux Lion has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).
What genre is Simb, le Jeux du Faux Lion?
Simb, le Jeux du Faux Lion is a Documentary film.
Where was Simb, le Jeux du Faux Lion produced?
Simb, le Jeux du Faux Lion was produced in Senegal.