Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun (1989)
Overview
Herzog's documentary of the Wodaabe people of the Sahara/Sahel region. Particular attention is given to the tribe's spectacular courtship rituals and 'beauty pageants', where eligible young men strive to outshine each other and attract mates by means of lavish makeup, posturing and facial movements.
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Original Title Wodaabe - Die Hirten der Sonne. Nomaden am Südrand der Sahara
Status Released
Original Language German
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Content Score
59
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