Drowned in Oblivion (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2007, Drowned in Oblivion is a documentary film directed by Pierre-Yves Vandeweerd, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. Le Cercle des noyés is the name given in Mauritania to black political prisoners imprisoned from 1987 in the old colonial fortress of Oualata. This film touches on the fragile process of unveiling memories by one of these former prisoners who remembers his story and that of his companions. In a visual echo, the places of their confinement come one after another denuded from any traces of that past.
Who’s in it. Drowned in Oblivion stars Bâ Fara as (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Drowned in Oblivion has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Drowned in Oblivion page.
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- Where can I watch Drowned in Oblivion (2007)?
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- Is Drowned in Oblivion worth watching?
- Drowned in Oblivion holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Drowned in Oblivion?
- Drowned in Oblivion stars Bâ Fara.
- When was Drowned in Oblivion released?
- Drowned in Oblivion was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.