Voudoun Gods on the Slave Coast

2014 | 48 minutes | 0.0 ★ (0)

Voudoun Gods on the Slave Coast
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    Vodoun Gods On The Slave Coast explores the ceremonial splendor of sacred dance and ritual in Benin, the birthplace and cradle of Vodoun. Formerly known as Dahomey, Benin was also called the Slave Coast due to its importance in the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Today, the worship and supplication of Vodoun gods remains integral to everyday life in Benin.

  • Release Date

    01 January 2014

  • DirectingHisham Mayet
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