Plot Summary
Filmed in May 1971 in Niger, this short documentary records a possession ritual performed by the Simiri people in response to a locust invasion. The ceremony centers on the beating of the archaic drums Tourou and Bitti, used to invoke spirit forces through music, dance, and trance. Shot in a single continuous take, the film documents a concentrated moment of collective ritual practice, reflecting Jean Rouch’s first-person ethnographic approach and direct participation in the event.
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Director & Crew
Jean Rouch
Director
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It has a TMDB rating of 6.3/10 based on 10 votes.
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Drums from the Past was directed by Jean Rouch and released in 1971.
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Drums from the Past has a runtime of 0 hours and 9 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1971-01-01
- Status
- Released