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The Ordinary Madness of a Daughter of Ham(1986)
Status: Released
Date: 1986-10-01
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Time: 1h 19m
Fifty Years in Blackness: Between Liberation and Madness
Overview:
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.
Languages: French.
Countries:
France
ProductionCompanies: 
RFO
Movie: The Ordinary Madness of a Daughter of Ham
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