Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun
7.3
21 votes
1989
52m
Documentary
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.
Directed by Werner Herzog
Top cast
Details
Status
Released
Release date
June 12, 1989
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Language
German, French, Fulah
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