The Grand Magal of Touba (1962)
Each year, the pilgrimage of the Muslim brotherhood of the Mourides takes place in Touba. From all over Senegal (and even from all over the world) pilgrims flock to take part in this religious event which will last three days and two nights. Grand Magal in Touba evokes the black Islam, promotes peace and tolerance, born of syncretism between Islam and the blackness of the Sufi brotherhoods in Senegal.
Director: Blaise Senghor
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 20 min
Release Date: January 1, 1962
Cast
- Fara Dia - (Narrator)
Screenplay
- Thomas Diop (Original Film Writer)
- Blaise Senghor (Original Film Writer)
Editing: Georges Marschalk
Country: Senegal
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
islam, senegal, religion, pèlerinage, senegalese cinema
More Films by Director: Blaise Senghor
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Grand Magal of Touba about?
- Each year, the pilgrimage of the Muslim brotherhood of the Mourides takes place in Touba. From all over Senegal (and even from all over the world) pilgrims flock to take part in this religious event which will last three days and two nights. Grand Magal in Touba evokes the black Islam, promotes peace and tolerance, born of syncretism between Islam and the blackness of the Sufi brotherhoods in Senegal.
- Who directed The Grand Magal of Touba?
- The Grand Magal of Touba was directed by Blaise Senghor.
- Who stars in The Grand Magal of Touba?
- The Grand Magal of Touba stars Fara Dia.
- How long is The Grand Magal of Touba?
- The Grand Magal of Touba has a runtime of 20m (20 minutes).
- What genre is The Grand Magal of Touba?
- The Grand Magal of Touba is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Grand Magal of Touba produced?
- The Grand Magal of Touba was produced in Senegal.