

The Ordinary Madness of a Daughter of Ham
Fifty Years in Blackness: Between Liberation and Madness
★ 10.019861h 19mReleased
Drama
In Jean Rouch's cinematic reinterpretation of Julius-Amédée Laou's theatrical work, a freshly appointed nurse steps into the chaotic world of a psychiatric ward. Tasked with nurturing the minds within, she forms a profound connection with a patient from Martinique who has been confined within the institution's walls for half a century. As their relationship deepens, the lines between reality and delusion blur, weaving a complex narrative of human connection and psychological intrigue.
Director
Jean Rouch, Philippe Costantini
Writer
Julius-Amédée Laou
Language
French
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