Koundi, a village of some 1200 inhabitants, is situated in Cameroon's East Province, and is rich in timber - the source of almost everyone's income. The villagers, who have organised themselves as a communal organisation, obtain the right to run a small forestry operation. But they wisely realise that the forest isn't a permanent source of income and begin the process of creating something more sustainable - a cacao plantation. Gorgeously shot, KOUNDI AND THE NATIONAL THURSDAY (KOUNDI ET LE JEUDI NATIONAL) is a heartfelt look at life inside a communal society that is negotiating the demands of globalisation and the search for uniquely African solutions.

d. Astrid Ariani Atodji, Cameroon 2010 DOC
Maka du Nord and French with English subtitles, Video, 86 min

Cameroon/2010/Maka, French dialouge with English subtitles /Colour/HDCam/86 mins

Genre: Drama, Comedy, Documentary, Adventure, War, Family

Cast & Credits
Director: Ariane Astrid Atodji
Producer: Goethe-Institut
Scriptwriter: Ariane Astrid Atodji
Cinematographer: Isabelle Casez
Editor: Mathilde Rousseau

Contains: Adult Themes and References (15+)

2010 | DUBAI
* Winner of Muhr Asia Africa / Documentary /Special Jury Prize: Ariane Astrid Atodji (Director)
www.dubaifilmfest.com/index.php/en/movie_details/koundi-and-the-national-thursday/8898/2010

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Los habitantes de Koundi, un pueblo al este de Camerún, deciden organizarse en grupos de interés comunitario para crear un cacaotal de varias hectáreas de extensión con el fin de alcanzar la autonomía.

Director: Ariane Astrid Atodji