Mammy Water (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1953, Mammy Water is a documentary film directed by Jean Rouch, running about 19 minutes.
What it’s about. "Mammy Water" is mother sea, source of food. Jean Rouch filmed this short documentary in the Gulf of Guinea, in Ghana, where is held a colorful festival, the Chama, in which the participants offer cassava, gin and tobacco to the spirits of water and sacrifice a white ox to thank them and express their gratitude and respect.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Mammy Water has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mammy Water page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mammy Water (1953)?
- In US, Mammy Water is available to stream on OVID. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Mammy Water worth watching?
- Mammy Water holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Mammy Water released?
- Mammy Water was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 19 minutes.