8.0White Elephant · 1984
White Elephant (1984) is a Documentary / Comedy film directed by Werner Grusch, starring Peter Firth, Nana Seowg, Abi Adatsi.
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8.0Overview
This film was made entirely in Ghana and consists of documentary scenes and a fictitious story about a British engineer who wants to import microchips to Africa. But the reaction of the blacks to his plans to build a fully automatic plastic furniture factory surprises him. His faith in technocracy stands opposed to what they know about the environment. When the conflict has reached its climax, a spell is cast upon him... finally, he gives up... but his attitude toward Africa has changed for the better.
Cast
Peter Firth, Nana Seowg, Abi Adatsi, Kwabena Holm, Owusu Akyeaw, Sarfo Opku, Nana Abiri Otchere Darko, Charles Annan
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What is "White Elephant" about?
This film was made entirely in Ghana and consists of documentary scenes and a fictitious story about a British engineer who wants to import microchips to Africa. But the reaction of the blacks to his plans to build a fully automatic plastic furniture factory surprises him. His faith in technocracy stands opposed to what they know about the environment. When the conflict has reached its climax, a spell is cast upon him... finally, he gives up... but his attitude toward Africa has changed for the better.
When was "White Elephant" released?
White Elephant was released in 1984.
Who stars in "White Elephant"?
The cast includes Peter Firth, Nana Seowg, Abi Adatsi, Kwabena Holm.
