Black Goddess (1978): Cast
Black Goddess is a 1978 drama directed by Ola Balogun, starring Léa Garcia, Antônio Pitanga and Ruy Polanah. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes.
- Release year
- Runtime
- 1h 35m (95 min)
- Director
- Ola Balogun
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Portuguese - Studio
- Afrocult Foundation
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Black Goddess About?
The premise of Black Goddess without spoilers.
Two centuries apart, Prince Oluyole is captured during 18th‑century Yoruba wars and sold into Brazilian slavery. In modern Nigeria, his descendant Babatunde promises to travel to Brazil and trace their ancestors. A Candomblé ceremony launches his quest, immersing him in ritual and memory, revealing his ancestors' resilience, with Remi Kabaka’s drums.
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Black Goddess Cast
Léa Garcia leads the cast, with Antônio Pitanga and Ruy Polanah. Directed by Ola Balogun; 19 actors are credited in all.
- Director Ola Balogun
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Black Goddess FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Black Goddess, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Black Goddess?
Black Goddess runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).
When was Black Goddess released?
Black Goddess was released in 1978.
Who directed Black Goddess?
Black Goddess was directed by Ola Balogun.
Who is in the cast of Black Goddess?
Black Goddess stars Léa Garcia, Antônio Pitanga and Ruy Polanah, among 19 credited actors.
Does Black Goddess have a post-credit scene?
No. Black Goddess has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Black Goddess in?
The original language of Black Goddess is Portuguese.
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