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Tajouj (1977)

Tajouj (1977)

Drama Romance History
Release Date: 1977, March 1
Directors: Gadalla Gubara
Countries: Sudan
Production: Studio Gad
Cast: Salah ibn Al Badiya, Majda Hamadnalla

Overview:

Beginning of the 20th century in the east of Sudan. Tajouj is the beautiful cousin of a young tribesman who falls in love with her and proclaims his love out loud in a song. However, the traditions of his tribe forbid such love, and his uncle refuses his request to marry Tajouj. But after the young man leaves the village and declares his remorse, the marriage is finally allowed after all. In the meantime, however, another man has expressed interest in Tajouj. A story full of jealousy ensues, which ends in tragedy.

Keywords:

desert africa sudan remoteness