Djoka (film)
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| Directed by | Djamchide Touré |
| Starring | Ali Ndele Yves Dieudonné |
| Music by | Djeïne |
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Running time | 160 Minutes |
| Countries |  Gaullica Mabifia |
| Language | Gaullican |
Djoka is a 2019 Gaullican action film directed by acclaimed Mabifian-Gaullican director Djamchide Touré. The film, a modern adaptation of the famous Aïibe ka Djâmanou novel of the same name by Ibrahim Barkindo, is set in modern day Mabifia. It tells the story of an orphaned Bahoungana child (Ali Ndele), who takes up arms against a proposed mining development in his village. The film deals with the themes of identity and courage in the face of adversity, and was praised for its treatment of issues such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder on child soldiers and the legacy of colonialism on Bahia.
The film debuted at the Festival of Bahian and Diasporic Cinema at Verlois, where it received strong reviews from the critics for its handling of Bahian issues. The film was highly successful critically, winning the top prize here and going on to win at the Montecara Film Festival. It also succeeded financially, leading at the box offices in most countries for several weeks after its launch. The film received some criticism in Euclea for its percieved "anti-Euclean sentiments", which was amplified by the presence of Djeli pop artist Djeïne on the soundtrack.