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In the Name of Christ (1993)80 minComedy, DramaRating 48/100

In a small village in West Africa, a pig-herd decides to save his people after nearly drowning, presenting himself as the cousin of Christ. Somewhat crazy and a bit of a thief, he rules as master and pushes his convictions to the limit, going as far as having himself crucified like Christ.

Cast: Albert Ayatollah, Akissi Delta, Pierre Gondo, Martin Guedeba, Félix Lago, Naky Sy Savane, Mariama Diomandé

Director: Roger Gnoan M'Bala