Binta and the Great Idea
Senegal • 2004 • 31 min
Story
Binta tells us about everyday life in her village, the importance of education for girls, and her father’s great idea to make the world a better place.
Why watch?
• Oscar nominee: Best Live Action Short
“My favourite film of all time.
And I ran a film festival so I’ve seen many.”
Toni Powell, founder
Heart of Gold International Film Festival
Did you know?
Spanish director Javier Fesser shot in Senegal, working with a non-professional local cast.
Listen out for Grammy winner Ali Farka Touré and Grammy nominees Salif Keita and Baaba Maal on the stunning soundtrack.
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