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The HerdsmenHerdsmen of the Sun Herdsmen of the Sun 1989 West German film Herdsmen of the Sun (German: Wodaabe – Die Hirten der Sonne) is a 1989 documentary film by Werner Herzog. The film explores the social rituals and cultural celebrations of the Saharan nomadic Wodaabe tribe. Particular focus is given to the Gerewol celebration, which features an elaborate male beauty contest to win wives. Quick facts Directed by, Produced by ... Herdsmen of the Sun Directed by Werner Herzog Produced by Patrick Sandrin Narrated by Werner Herzog Cinematography Jörg Schmidt-Reitwein Edited by Maximiliane Mainka Release date 1989 (1989) Running time 52 minutes Country West Germany Languages German English Fula Close Although the film may be considered to be ethnographic, Herzog… (Source: Wikipedia)
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