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Monsieur Albert, prophète

1963Directed by Jean Rouch, Jean Ravel

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Released: January 1, 1963
Runtime: 24m

About Monsieur Albert, prophète

Documentary

Synopsis

Life in a community of Harist disciples in the village of Bregbo, Côte d'Ivoire, under the aegis of their "prophet" Alberto Atcho. 50 km from Abidjan, magician Albert Archo treats the sick, most of them mentally ill. Through a combination of public confession and the use of local medicinal plants, he achieves spectacular healing.

Directors: Jean Rouch
Jean Ravel

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