Kirikou and the Sorceress

Kirikou and the Sorceress

1998 · 71 min · FR · PG · 7.3 (1,024 votes)
Dir. Michel Ocelot · Starring Doudou Gueye Thiaw, Maimouna N'Diaye, Awa Sène Sarr, Robert Liensol, William Nadylam, Sebastien Hebrant · Music Youssou N'Dour · The Kirikou Collection
FantasyAdventureAnimationFamily

Drawn from elements of West African folk tales, it depicts how a newborn boy, Kirikou, saves his village from the evil witch Karaba.

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This film feels like a sun-drenched, visually rich fable unfolding before your eyes. It's an enchanting journey steeped in West African folklore, brimming with a sense of wonder and the quiet power of goodness. The vibrant animation and compelling narrative create an inspiring, heartfelt experience.

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