Niaye(1964)
Niaye Synopsis
Adapted from "Vehi-Ciosane ou Blanche-Genèse," this short drama portrays a Senegalese village thrown into crisis by the pregnancy of a young girl, revealing deeper patterns of moral and social breakdown.
Niaye (1964) is a drama film directed by Ousmane Sembène, released on January 2, 1964 with a runtime of 35m. It stars Serigne Sow, Astou Ndiaye, Mame Dia and Modo Séne. Viewers rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Ousmane Sembène
- Writers:
- Ousmane Sembène
- Producers:
- Ousmane Sembène
- Cinematographer:
- Georges Carestan
- Production:
- Filmi Domirev
- Status:
- Released
Niaye Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Ousmane Sembène, written by Ousmane Sembène, produced by Ousmane Sembène.
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Niaye Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.3/10 from 3 ratings.
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Niaye – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Niaye online?
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Niaye (1964) is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Niaye?
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The main cast of Niaye (1964) includes Serigne Sow, Astou Ndiaye, Mame Dia and Modo Séne. The film was directed by Ousmane Sembène. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Niaye released?
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Niaye was released on January 2, 1964 and runs for 35m.
Is Niaye worth watching?
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Niaye (1964) holds an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.