Movie

The Golden Ball

★ 7.3(46)19941h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Cheik Doukouré
Release date: 1994-04-13
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Chrysalide Films

About The Golden Ball

The Golden Ball is a 1994 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Cheik Doukouré, starring Aboubacar Sidiki Sumah, Aboubacar Kolta and Agnès Soral. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 46 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Golden Ball in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The Golden Ball is a wonderful children's film that tells of a young boy's dream of being a soccer player. Whenever a match is broadcast live in the village of Makono, Bandian and his brother keep their ears to the transistor radio, spinning a picture of the game from the announcer's commentary much as they fantasize themselves on the field. A gift of a real soccer ball, which Bandian paints gold, like a magical object involves him in a series of adventures which bring him in reach of his dream, but which also require him to make difficult choices.

Cast

Aboubacar Sidiki Sumah

Bandian

Aboubacar Kolta

Bouba

Agnès Soral

Isabella

Habib Hammoud

Bechir

Mody Sory Barry

Radio Kankan

Salif Keita

Karim

Mariam Kaba

Fanta

Keita Alama

Old Moussa (Bandian's Father)

Lanfia Kouyaté Sara

Sara, the witch doctor

Sabou Doumbouya

Kani, the stepmother

Mamadi Kourouma

Sylla

Fatoumata Kaba

The School Teacher

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Golden Ball in United States?+

The Golden Ball is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Golden Ball on Netflix?+

The Golden Ball is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is The Golden Ball?+

The Golden Ball has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in The Golden Ball?+

The Golden Ball stars Aboubacar Sidiki Sumah, Aboubacar Kolta, Agnès Soral, Habib Hammoud and Mody Sory Barry.

When did The Golden Ball come out?+

The Golden Ball is a 1994 movie directed by Cheik Doukouré.

What genre is The Golden Ball?+

The Golden Ball is Comedy film.

Who directed The Golden Ball?+

The Golden Ball was directed by Cheik Doukouré.