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Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun (1989): Cast

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Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun is a 1989 documentary starring Werner Herzog as Narrator (voice). It runs 52 minutes.

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Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun (1989) movie poster
Released
Runtime
52 min
Genre
Documentary
Original language
German
Studio
France 2
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun About?

The premise of Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun without spoilers.

Herzog’s documentary follows the Wodaabe people of the Sahara‑Sahel region, focusing on their courtship rituals and ‘beauty pageants’ where young men compete to outshine each other and attract mates with lavish makeup, stylized posturing and expressive facial movements. Vivid visuals and rhythmic performances highlight the cultural value of these rites.

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Cast & crew

Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun Cast & Characters

Werner Herzog plays Narrator (voice) in Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun.

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Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun Also Known As

Also known as “Wodaabe- Herdsmen of the Sun”.

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  • Wodaabe- Herdsmen of the Sun

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Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun?

Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun runs 52 minutes.

When was Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun released?

Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun was released on June 12, 1989.

Who is in the cast of Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun?

Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun stars Werner Herzog as Narrator (voice).

Does Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun have a post-credit scene?

No. Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun in?

The original language of Wodaabe: Herdsmen of the Sun is German.

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