Battle on the Great River
Overview
After an unsuccessful attempt in 1946 to film a traditional bangaoui (hippopotamus hunt) on the Niger River, Jean Rouch returns several years later to document the ritual in full. The film records the ceremonial preparations, spiritual practices, and seasonal hunt conducted by Sorko fishermen, situating the event within its cultural and ritual context rather than as spectacle.
About Battle on the Great River (1950)
Released in 1950, Battle on the Great River is a documentary film (France). It was directed by Jean Rouch. The cast is led by Illo Gaoudel and Damouré Zika. With a runtime of 33m, the film averages 6.5/10 across 4 TMDB ratings.
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