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201825 minGdocumentary

Before the Feast

201825 minGdocumentary

Eight millimeters of film capture the daily life of Zeinabou, a Fulani woman in Ngaoundéré, Northern Cameroon, during Ramadan in 1984.

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Lisbet Holtedahl

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Eight millimeters of film capture the daily life of Zeinabou, a Fulani woman in Ngaoundéré, Northern Cameroon, during Ramadan in 1984.

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Lisbet Holtedahldirector

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Zeinabou prepares for the Ramadan feast in Ngaoundéré, Northern Cameroon, during the holy month of 1984. Filmed in 8mm, the documentary captures her daily life, including interactions with her husband, children, and neighbors. The atmosphere is joyful and relaxed as the family engages in domestic activities, reflecting the communal spirit of the season. The film presents a vivid portrayal of anticipation and togetherness in the days leading up to the celebration.

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