Drums from the Past

Synopsis

Filmed in May 1971 in Niger, this short documentary records a possession ritual performed by the Simiri people in response to a locust invasion. The ceremony centers on the beating of the archaic drums Tourou and Bitti, used to invoke spirit forces through music, dance, and trance. Shot in a single continuous take, the film documents a concentrated moment of collective ritual practice, reflecting Jean Rouch’s first-person ethnographic approach and direct participation in the event. Where to watch Drums from the Past movie free? Click the "Watch Now" button above to stream the film Drums from the Past in HD for free on SFlix.

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