A Visit to Ali Farka Touré
Filmmaker Marc Huraux journeys to the small Malian village of Niafunké for a visit with double Grammy winner Ali Farka Toure in this compelling documentary. Huraux's cameras track the charismatic singer, guitarist and resident hero as he sets about his business and makes time for his music in his beloved birthplace on the Niger River. Elected mayor of the Niafunké region in 2004, Ali died of cancer in March 2006.
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A Visit to Ali Farka Touré
- Overview
- Cast
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Status
Released
Release Date
Jul 10, 2002
Runtime
1h 33m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
Ali Farka Touré - Le miel n'est jamais bon dans une seule bouche
Director
Marc Huraux
Description
Filmmaker Marc Huraux journeys to the small Malian village of Niafunké for a visit with double Grammy winner Ali Farka Toure in this compelling documentary. Huraux's cameras track the charismatic singer, guitarist and resident hero as he sets about his business and makes time for his music in his beloved birthplace on the Niger River. Elected mayor of the Niafunké region in 2004, Ali died of cancer in March 2006.
