The Mad Masters (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1955, The Mad Masters is a documentary film directed by Jean Rouch, running about 28 minutes.
What it’s about. The subject of the film was the Hauka movement. The Hauka movement consisted of mimicry and dancing to become possessed by French Colonial administrators. The participants performed the same elaborate military ceremonies of their colonial occupiers, but in more of a trance than true recreation.
Who’s in it. The Mad Masters stars Jean Rouch as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Mad Masters has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mad Masters page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mad Masters tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mad Masters (1955)?
- In US, The Mad Masters is available to stream on OVID. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Mad Masters worth watching?
- The Mad Masters holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mad Masters?
- The Mad Masters stars Jean Rouch.
- When was The Mad Masters released?
- The Mad Masters was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 28 minutes.