Set during the fundamentalist takeover of northern Mali in 2012, Timbuktu is a riveting drama about the resilience of ordinary people during times of horrific violence. Inspired by real people and actual events, the masterful African Director Abderrahmane Sissako creates a lyrical narrative enhanced by stunning cinematography and remarkable performances. Mauritania’s first ever submission to the Oscars is a searing testament to the strength of the human spirit.
(Mauritania, 2014) 97 minutes
