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L'africana (1990) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

1990 · Film

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Released in 1990, L'africana is a drame film directed by Margarethe von Trotta, running about 105 minutes.

What it’s about. Serious, logical Martha (Barbara Sukowa) and dreamy, superstitious Anna (Stefania Sandrelli) have been best friends. That is, until Martha's lover Victor (Sami Frey) decides he'd rather be Anna's lover. Mortified, Martha flees to Africa, leaving the field clear for her ex-friend. When Anna comes down with cancer, she pleads with Victor to get her to come back and somehow put this rupture in their friendship behind them. Curiously, Martha does come back, and after some understandable tension and a few bitter words, they manage to reestablish their friendship, though it is now on a different basis.

Who’s in it. L'africana stars Barbara Sukowa as Martha, Stefania Sandrelli as Anna, Sami Frey as Victor and Jan Biczycki as Swinarski, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch L'africana page.

If you liked it. Fans of L'africana tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch L'africana (1990)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for L'africana change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in L'africana?
L'africana stars Barbara Sukowa, Stefania Sandrelli, Sami Frey, Jan Biczycki and Alexandre Mnouchkine.
When was L'africana released?
L'africana was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.