
Zan Boko
6.7(9)19881h 32m1
In the Mossi culture, one of the rites attending the birth of a child and its induction as a new member of the community involves the burial of the placenta. The space in which the placenta is buried is called 'Zan Boko' - a phrase which connotes the religious, cultural and affective relations that bind the child to the land and that embraces the notions of 'rootedness' and 'belonging'. Kaboré tells the story of Tinga, who resists the encroaching urbanization of his native territory. The specific rhythms and vision of the rural community, including its values, social relationship, and individual & collective destinies, are altered when a city is planted on the edge of an ancient native village.
TMDB
6.7/10
9 votes
- Status
- Released
- Budget
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- Box office
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- Language
- FR
- africa
- census taker
- rite
- placenta
Top billed cast
Release dates
FranceFR
- Theatrical7 Feb 1990
ItalyIT
- Theatrical1 Oct 1988
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- When was Zan Boko released?
- Zan Boko was released on 1 October 1988.
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- What is the rating of Zan Boko?
- Zan Boko holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 9 votes.
- Who directed Zan Boko?
- Zan Boko (1988) was directed by Gaston Kaboré.
- How long is Zan Boko?
- Zan Boko runs for 1h 32m.











