Movie

Emitaï

★ 7.3(16)19731h 41m

Emitaï is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 18 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Ousmane Sembène
Release date: 1973-02-09
Runtime: 1h 41m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: Senegal
Studio: Filmi Domirev

Emitaï — trailer

About Emitaï

Emitaï is a 1973 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Ousmane Sembène, starring Mbissine Thérèse Diop, Andongo Diabon and Michel Renaudeau. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 16 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Emitaï in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

As World War II rages in Europe, a conflict arises between the French and the Diola-speaking tribe of Africa, prompting the village women to organize their men to sit beneath a tree to pray.

Cast

Mbissine Thérèse Diop

Andongo Diabon

Michel Renaudeau

Lieutenant

Robert Fontaine

Commandant

Ousmane Camara

Ibou Camara

Abdoulaye Diallo

Alphonse Diatta

Pierre Blanchard

Colonel

Cherif Tamba

Fode Cambay

Etienne Mané

Themes & keywords

world war iianti war protest1940swest africa

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Emitaï in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Emitaï on Criterion Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Emitaï on Netflix?+

Emitaï is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel.

How long is Emitaï?+

Emitaï has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

Who stars in Emitaï?+

Emitaï stars Mbissine Thérèse Diop, Andongo Diabon, Michel Renaudeau, Robert Fontaine and Ousmane Camara.

When did Emitaï come out?+

Emitaï is a 1973 movie directed by Ousmane Sembène.

What genre is Emitaï?+

Emitaï is Drama film.

Who directed Emitaï?+

Emitaï was directed by Ousmane Sembène.