Totems and Taboos (2018): cast, story & where to watch

2018 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 2018, Totems and Taboos is a documentary and history film directed by Daniel Cattier, running about 54 minutes.

What it’s about. In Brussels, Belgium, the Royal Museum of Central Africa is undertaking a radical renovation, both physical and ethical, to show with sincerity, crudeness and open-mindedness the reality of the atrocities perpetrated against the inhabitants of the Belgian colonies in Africa, still haunted and traumatized by the ghost of King Leopold II of Belgium, a racist and genocidal tyrant.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Totems and Taboos has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Totems and Taboos page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Totems and Taboos (2018)?
In US, Totems and Taboos is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Totems and Taboos worth watching?
Totems and Taboos holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Totems and Taboos released?
Totems and Taboos was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 54 minutes.