The River Where We Live
Far from the murderous fighting that ravages many African countries, people from diverse ethnic groups live together peacefully along the Niger river. But increasing drought threatens to destroy their traditional lifestyles. Refreshingly free from sensationalism, The River Where We Live makes us feel for the canoe maker, the captain of the ship, the fishmonger and the fisherman, as if they were old friends.
- 2006
- 1 Hr 32 Mins
- Documentary
Far from the murderous fighting that ravages many African countries, people from diverse ethnic groups live together peacefully along the Niger river. But increasing drought threatens to destroy their traditional lifestyles. Refreshingly free from sensationalism, The River Where We Live makes us feel for the canoe maker, the captain of the ship, the fishmonger and the fisherman, as if they were old friends.