A Thousand Suns (2013): Cast
A Thousand Suns is a 2013 drama documentary directed by Mati Diop, starring Magaye Niang, Myriam Niang and Wasis Diop. It runs 45 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 45 min
- Director
- Mati Diop
- Genres
- Drama , Documentary
- Original language
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Wolof - Studio
- Anna Sanders Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is A Thousand Suns About?
The premise of A Thousand Suns without spoilers.
Filmed in 1972, "Touki Bouki" follows Mory and Anta, young lovers dreaming of escaping Dakar for Paris. Their shared ambition leads to a pivotal moment when Anta departs, leaving Mory behind, unable to leave his homeland. Forty years later, "A Thousand Suns" explores the legacy of that film, revisiting the lives impacted by its story. Magaye Niang, the film's protagonist, remains in Dakar, reflecting on the passage of time and wondering about Anta, the love he left behind. The film interweaves narratives of family, exile, and the power of cinema, blending personal reflections with broader themes of myth and memory.
A Thousand Suns Cast
Magaye Niang leads the cast, with Myriam Niang and Wasis Diop. Directed by Mati Diop.
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Director Mati Diop
- Magaye Niang as themselves
- Myriam Niang as themselves
- Wasis Diop as themselves
More from Mati Diop
More films directed by Mati Diop, best-rated first: Dahomey, Atlantics, Tokyo Trip and Naked Blue.
A Thousand Suns Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Hijadu sunca” and “千阳”.
- Also known as
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- Hijadu sunca
- 千阳
- 천개의 태양
Seen A Thousand Suns?
A Thousand Suns FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of A Thousand Suns, each answered in a sentence.
How long is A Thousand Suns?
A Thousand Suns runs 45 minutes.
When was A Thousand Suns released?
A Thousand Suns was released on July 6, 2013.
Who directed A Thousand Suns?
A Thousand Suns was directed by Mati Diop.
More films by Mati Diop Who is in the cast of A Thousand Suns?
A Thousand Suns stars Magaye Niang, Myriam Niang and Wasis Diop.
Does A Thousand Suns have a post-credit scene?
No. A Thousand Suns has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is A Thousand Suns in?
The original language of A Thousand Suns is Wolof.
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