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202253 minPGdocumentary

Family Dynamics

Touroulis

202253 minPGdocumentary

Five individuals navigate daily life in a polygamous household in the Sultanate of Adamaoua, focusing on a Quran teacher and his four wives.

Family Dynamics

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Denis Poracchia

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Five individuals navigate daily life in a polygamous household in the Sultanate of Adamaoua, focusing on a Quran teacher and his four wives.

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Denis Poracchiadirector

Stéphane Sichiwriter

Denis Poracchiawriter

Synopsis

Al Hajji Malam Schaaway, a Quran teacher and court member at the Sultanate of Adamaoua, navigates life with his four wives in a polygamous household. The film captures daily routines within this family structure, revealing the dynamics of their interactions. It also follows Al Hajji as he fulfills his responsibilities as a religious educator, providing insight into his dual roles at home and in the community. The documentary runs for 53 minutes and was released in 2022.

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