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A Wife Among Wives (1981)

6.019811h 12mEN
Documentary

Directed by David MacDougall

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 12m

Language

EN

Release

January 1, 1981

Director

David MacDougall

Overview

David and Judith MacDougall are exploring the marriage rituals and roles of Turkana women in this ethnographic documentary. The film's biggest part is taken up by talks between the Turkana people. As one of the first ethnographic documentaries "A Wife Among Wives" subtitles these talks so that the v...

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into A Wife Among Wives (1981), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

David and Judith MacDougall are exploring the marriage rituals and roles of Turkana women in this ethnographic documentary. The film's biggest part is taken up by talks between the Turkana people. As one of the first ethnographic documentaries "A Wife Among Wives" subtitles these talks so that the viewer can get a better and probably more personal understanding of the life of the Turkana.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of A Wife Among Wives. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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