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Four malians for an african cup

a film by
Patrick LEGALL
(52', 2002)

On the occasion of the African Cup of Nations 2002, Mali hosts for the first time one of the biggest events of African football. Every inhabitant, proud and conscious that his Nation has been chosen as host of the competition, not only fervently supports his team against fearsome opponents but also does everything to contribute to the success of this event.

This film recounts the day-to-day life of the Malians, and particularly those of Bamako, the capital which is home to more than one million people, during the four weeks of the competition in which les Aigles du Mali reach the semi-finales. Through the eyes and the reactions of a district leader, a football school leader, a musician and a woman who is the local representative for an NGO, this documentary allows us to discover how this impoverished people fights for survival and yet gets carried away and reveals its generosity and warmth.

Written and directed by: Patrick LEGALL
Length: 52'
Format: Digital Beta 4/3
Production year: 2002
Coproduction: Alif Productions / TV10 Angers
Distribution: Alif Productions

Available in French and International versions