The Nouba of the Women of Mount Chenoua
1979·Algeria·115 min.
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Is essential viewing for an understanding of women in Algeria. Taking its title and structure from the “Nouba," a traditional song of five movements, this haunting film mingles narrative and documentary styles to document the creation of women’s personal and cultural histories.
DirectorAssia Djebbar
ScreenwriterAssia Djebbar
MusicBela Bartok
Original titleLa nouba des femmes du mont Chenoua