Night Of The Kings (2021) -
Reviewers from Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic praised it as an "almost mythical" celebration of imagination that feels unlike contemporary cinema.
(French: La Nuit des rois ) is a 2020 fantasy drama film that saw its wide release in 2021. Written and directed by Ivorian filmmaker Philippe Lacôte, the film is a vibrant exploration of the power of storytelling set within the confines of a notorious prison. Plot Summary
Bakary Koné, Steve Tientcheu, and Jean Cyrille Digbeu. Genre: Fantasy / Drama. Language: French / Dioula. Runtime: 1 hour 33 minutes. Reception and Awards Night of the Kings (2021)
The film was highly acclaimed for its unique narrative structure and cinematography:
It was Côte d'Ivoire's official submission for Best International Feature Film at the 93rd Academy Awards. Reviewers from Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic praised it
The story follows a young man who is sent to , an Ivorian prison ruled by its inmates rather than guards. Upon his arrival, the prison's leader, known as the "Boss," designates him the new "Roman" during the rising of a red moon. Under the threat of death, he is tasked with telling a story to the other prisoners that must last the entire night.
Won the Amplify Voices award at the 2020 Toronto International Film Festival . Plot Summary Bakary Koné, Steve Tientcheu, and Jean
The protagonist recounts the legend of a legendary outlaw named Zama King, blending history and myth through a performance that incorporates song, dance, and ritual. Release Date: February 26, 2021 (Digital/VOD). Director: Philippe Lacôte.
