Aluku liba (2009) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

Released in 2009, Aluku liba is a drame, histoire and documentaire film directed by Nicolas Jolliet, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. After years of serving in the army and drifting across the Amazon, Loeti yearns to go back to his land, to find his roots, and be amongst his people, the Aluku, the first Maroons of French Guiana and Suriname. One night, due to a crackdown on illegal gold mining, Loeti is forced to flee the site where he is working. Lost in the Amazon forest, he must use what is left of his childhood knowledge of the forest, to find his way back and combat the many deadly perils that lurk with every step. He is guided by the spirits, the animals, a compass, and his prayers. An intense reunion confronts Loeti with a changing world where old traditions and values are both challenged and influenced by the invading modern world. Loeti must deal with his past and grapple with what remains of the Aluku's ancient African customs by immersing himself in their magical world.

Who’s in it. Aluku liba stars Loeti Mais as Loeti, Laurence Alota as Captain Laurence, Karlos Abandaï as Aguado Player and Heropin as Amerindian, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Aluku liba has proved divisive with audiences.

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

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