Grigris

2013 | 101 minutes | 6.2 ★ (16)

Grigris
  • Overview

    Souleymane, 25, dreams of being a dancer in spite of having a paralyzed leg. At nightclubs, he transforms into the beloved dancer Grigris, impressing people with his moves. However, when his stepfather falls seriously ill, Souleymane desperately needs money and decides to work for petrol smugglers.

  • Release Date

    10 July 2013

  • DirectingMahamat-Saleh Haroun
  • Budget

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  • Revenue

    $0.00

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