The Pearl Throne(2024)
Der Perlenthron - Kameruns Kulturerbe in deutschen Museen
The Pearl Throne Synopsis
Germany holds the largest collection of Cameroonian cultural objects in the world in its Ethnological museums. One important piece is 'Mandu Yenu' the Royal Throne of Bamum, a striking work adorned with glass beads and cowrie shells, also known as the Pearl Throne. What should be done with this masterwork and other pieces overshadowed by their colonial heritage?
The Pearl Throne (2024) is a documentary film directed by Grit Lederer, released on December 1, 2024 with a runtime of 53m. It stars Mikaél Assilkinga, Nji Oumarou Nchare, Lars-Christian Koch and Yrine Matchinda.
- Director:
- Grit Lederer
- Writers:
- Jochen von Grumbkow, Johannes Fellmann, Grit Lederer
- Producers:
- Dzebam Godlove Ayaba Bongnwa, Javla Wilfred, Nalan Kahriman
- Cinematographer:
- Marcus Winterbauer
- Production:
- Medea Film Factory, ZDF, ARTE, ZDF/Arte
- Status:
- Released
The Pearl Throne Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Mikaél Assilkinga
Mikaél Assilkinga
- Nji Oumarou Nchare
Nji Oumarou Nchare
- Lars-Christian Koch
Lars-Christian Koch
- Yrine Matchinda
Yrine Matchinda
- Albert Gouaffo
Albert Gouaffo
- Richard Tsogang Fossi
Richard Tsogang Fossi
Bénédicte Savoy
Key crew
Directed by Grit Lederer, written by Jochen von Grumbkow, Johannes Fellmann and Grit Lederer, produced by Dzebam Godlove Ayaba Bongnwa, Javla Wilfred and Nalan Kahriman.
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The Pearl Throne – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Pearl Throne?
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The main cast of The Pearl Throne (2024) includes Mikaél Assilkinga, Nji Oumarou Nchare, Lars-Christian Koch, Yrine Matchinda and Albert Gouaffo. The film was directed by Grit Lederer. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Pearl Throne released?
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The Pearl Throne was released on December 1, 2024 and runs for 53m.