Mali Twist 2022
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 129 minutes
- Director
- Robert Guédiguian
- Networks
- Agat Films & Cie / Ex Nihilo, Peripheria Productions, Karoninka
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Video
What is Mali Twist?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Mali Twist" (2022). Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2022
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 129 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 5, 2022
- Original language
- FR
- Origin
- Canada, France, Senegal
- Studios
- Agat Films & Cie / Ex Nihilo, Peripheria Productions, Karoninka
- Budget
- $4,555,200
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 from 37 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~129 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Agat Films & Cie / Ex Nihilo, Peripheria Productions, Karoninka
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Mali Twist" (2022).
Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Constraint 3: Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
Constraint 4: No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Constraint 5: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 6: Word count must be 150-190 words.
Title: Mali Twist (also referred to as Dancing the Twist in Bamako).
Release Year: 2022 (French release 01/05/2022).
Genre: Drama.
Runtime: 2h 9m.
Setting: Mali, 1960 (Bamako).
Plot: Youth of Bamako dance the twist to rock and roll music from the West and dream of political renewal. Samba, a young socialist, falls for Lara during a mission to the bush. Lara flees a forced marriage to be with him in the city. Her husband pursues them. The Revolution brings disillusions as they dream of a future.
Director: Robert Guédiguian.
Cast: Stéphane Bak, Alice Da Luz, Saabo Balde, Bakary Diombera.
Context: Just after Mali gains independence.
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“A gripping exploration of drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Mali Twist worth watching?
Mali Twist holds a community rating of 6.4/10 based on 37 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Mali Twist and when was it released?
Mali Twist is a feature film with a runtime of 129 minutes. It was released in 2022. Release status: Released.
Who directed Mali Twist?
Mali Twist was directed by Robert Guédiguian.
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