CINEMA FROM THE WORLD
KIRIKOU and the Wild Beast

Synopsis

Tiny Senegalese hero Kirikou is back in this sumptuous follow-up to the world beloved Kirikou and the Sorceress. Using his wits and speed, brave Kirikou once again sets out to thwart the evil Sorceress Karaba and save his village from supernatural and environmental perils. Made up of four short segments and based on traditional West African folk-tales, this smallest and most valiant of hereos overcomes the wildest adventures and fiercest of beasts.

Directed by world acclaimed animation master Michel Ocelot with Bénédicte Galup, this multimillion dollar feature was produced by Didier Brunier (The Triplets of Belleville). The film evokes the beuaty of traditional West African village life through it's inspired palette of ambers, ochers, and brightly colored patterns. Featuring a lush soundtrack that brings together world acclaimed African musicians Youssou N’Dour from Senegal, Rokia Traoré from Mali, and Manu Dibango from Cameroon.

Director/ Michel Ocelot and Bénédicte Galup
Country/ France
Launguage/French w/ English sub
Runnig time/95mins
Year/2005/Color
Critical Acclaim

"Enchanting and beautifully animated" - Variety