The kingdom
a film by Samira Hmouda
MILLENNIUM FESTIVAL 2022
Studio Charbons pitch award
REGARDS SUR LES DOCS
pitch award 2022
Documentary
In development
| Length | 70' |
| Format | HD |
| Language | Fr, En |
| Subtitles | Fr, En |
Synopsis
| Synopsis | The Kingdom immerses us in Mbëbëss, a sprawling landfill in Dakar. Amidst impending closure, waste pickers showcase their intimate struggles and an existence where reality merges with the mystical. |
| Production | Produced by Iota Production With the support of CENTRE DU CINÉMA DE LA FÉDÉRATION WALLONIE-BRUXELLES – writing and development support, and WALLONIE IMAGE PRODUCTION (WIP) – location scouting support. |
| Festivals | PITCHING AND LAB: MILLENNIUM FESTIVAL 2022 – Studio Charbons pitch award / REGARDS SUR LES DOCS 2022 – pitch award / EFM Toolbox 2025 (Berlinale) / Eurodoc 2025. |
